Taoiseach 'wrong' to encourage institutional investors to build houses 

Taoiseach Micheál Martin said that pension funds have a role to play in housing provision. Picture: Gareth Chaney

The opposition has sharply criticised the Government over an apparent shift in housing policy, as Taoiseach Micheál Martin signalled moves to attract institutional investors to build houses.

In an interview with the Irish Examiner, Mr Martin indicated a major shift in policy direction on housing, with a call for more private investment and changes to the rental sector.