Ireland Faces Housing Crisis: Central Bank Calls for Construction of 52,000 Homes Annually

The Central Bank of Ireland has released a concerning report highlighting the need to build 52,000 new homes each year to address the acute housing shortage. This figure reflects the extensive problems in the country's real estate market, which is struggling with a lack of affordable and quality living spaces. According to official data, housing prices have risen by 40% in recent years, significantly outpacing the income levels of many citizens. This has also led to an increase in homelessness and a rise in renters facing escalating rents.

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