Construction industry warns of another property bubble

Group seeks simpler planning laws and shorter apprenticeships.

Tue, 12 Sep, 2017 - 01:00

Elaine Loughlin

The construction industry is warning of another property bubble as the housing and homelessness crisis continues to escalate.

The sector is calling for simpler planning laws, Vat reductions, and accelerated infrastructure which it says is required to stimulate house building.

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