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Analysisthe housing essay
Could a long-shelved housing report be the solution that never happened?
The 1973 Kenny Report took a strong line on compulsory purchase to get local authorities building – has its time come?
Dr. Nicholas Mansergh
Former senior planner and author
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Analysisthe housing essay
No Irish housing policy will work unless it can cope with the economic cycle
We have a traditional of disconnect between supply and demand cycles but there are some patterns to note for the future.
Dr. Nicholas Mansergh
Former senior planner and author
27 Aug
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Analysisthe housing essay
Why we should be building more two-bedroom terrace houses
These types of houses can be ‘starter homes’.
Dr. Nicholas Mansergh
Former senior planner and author
30 Jul
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