Building suppliers only planning enough material for 35,000 homes, industry survey findsFindings mean there’s no chance that enough new homes can be built during 2026 to curtail the housing crisis in the short termHardware Association carried out a survey of its suppliers across the country. Stock image/GettyFearghal O'Connor Yesterday at 06:30Building materials manufacturers are planning to supply enough construction material for no more than 35,000 new homes this year, according to an industry survey.

Source: Irish Independent February 09, 2026 01:07 UTC