Paul Hosford: Simon Harris gave a standout promise on housing targets — but can he deliver?

The criticism of the new Taoiseach has been that he overpromises and under-delivers. This is his biggest promise and, if he's around after the next election, he will have to deliver on it

Taoiseach Simon Harris pledged the State would see 250,000 homes built over five years, far above the existing targets. Picture: Government Information Service

It was the standout promise from a lengthy list of promises.

New Taoiseach Simon Harris caused ears to prick up when he pledged that the State would see 250,000 homes built over five years, far above the existing targets.