The Housing Supply Forum has put together an independent report to identify ways of increasing the amount of homes in Northern Ireland.

Chaired by John Armstrong of the Construction Employers Federation, the report makes a number of recommendations that will now be considered by the Social Development Minister and his Ministerial colleagues.

Social Development Minister, Maurice Morrow MLA, has published an independent report by a Forum established to identify ways of increasing housing supply, particularly in the private sector.

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Minister Maurice Morrow said: "I am grateful to John Armstrong and all the Forum members for their time and commitment in developing this report. The Forum has a vast breadth of knowledge and expertise and it was a unique opportunity to look collectively at the issue.

"Addressing the issues around housing supply in Northern Ireland will take a concerted effort by all the key players. My Department will now take time to consider the Forum's recommendations. I have also shared the report with Ministerial colleagues who have relevant areas of responsibility, for their consideration - they too will wish to reflect on the recommendations."

(CD/LM)