Elderly to be urged to downsize homes

The Government is seeking ways to get elderly people to give up their empty nests and downsize, thereby helping to alleviate the housing crisis.

The housing minister has also appealed to the public for help in solving the crisis, seeking ways to boost construction and supply, tackle homelessness and to use vacant homes.

Housing Minister Eoghan Murphy has opened a public consultation and has asked people to submit their ideas and suggestions by August 11.