Activity in Ireland's construction sector remained strong in November, according to data from Markit Economics.

The Ulster Bank Construction Purchasing Managers' Index dropped to 63.5 in November from 64.9 in October.

Commercial schemes are on the increase as well as housing.

Simon Berry, Chief Economist Republic of Ireland at Ulster Bank said: "Activity trends are being underpinned by substantial increases in new business flows, with companies attributing the latest expansion to general improvements in the construction market and stronger economic confidence. Indeed, overall optimism among Irish construction firms improved sharply in November in reaching a new record high for the survey which began in June 2000. Almost three in four firms expect activity to increase over the coming year, reflecting perceptions that the broader economic environment is set to continue to improve."

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