'More aggressive' approach needed as population growth outpacing delivery of new homes

Savill’s director of research John Ring said: 'At present, we are running to stay still and a more aggressive approach to promoting new housing supply is warranted compared to our peers.'

Ireland’s population growth is outpacing the delivery of new homes at a rate of almost four to one, new analysis suggests.

The research from Savills Ireland compared Ireland with several other advanced western economies and found this country fares the worst in terms of population growth to housing delivery.