Howlin calls for rethink on housing
Brendan Howlin THE housing market has failed people too many times, Brendan Howlin has said.
The Labour leader called for new policies and a recognition of the historical failure of the private housing market.
He said: “Two years into this Government, rents are at records highs, house prices continue to rise well above income growth, and supply remains too low.
“Despite this, the State continues to pursue policies that have demonstrably failed.
“We believe everyone has a right to be able to afford a safe, secure home.
“It is the benchmark of a decent society, and it is the duty of the State to take action to deliver on that.”