Darragh O'Brien launches next phase of PPP social housing programmes

The video discusses the launch of the PPP program's bundles four and five, aiming to deliver 1,600 new social homes in Dublin and surrounding areas. It highlights the innovative financing model involving private partnerships and state ownership. The video also covers the progress in housing targets, addressing vacant sites, and future initiatives like the shared equity scheme to tackle housing challenges.

What is the main goal of the PPP program bundles four and five?

• To build luxury apartments

• To deliver 1,500 new social homes

• To create commercial spaces

• To renovate existing homes

What is the government's strategy for using available sites?

• To use them for productive housing purposes

• To use them for commercial development

• To sell them to private developers

• To leave them idle for future use

What is the housing target for the year under the 'housing for all' initiative?

• 10,000 homes

• 24,600 homes

• 30,000 homes

• 15,000 homes

What role does the state play in the housing market according to the transcript?

• A minor player

• The biggest player and developer

• A regulatory body

• A financial supporter

What measure is being introduced to discourage leaving sites idle?

• A reward system

• A tax managed by the revenue

• A government subsidy

• A public awareness campaign

What is being done to convert commercial premises into residential properties?

• Selling to private investors

• Demolition of old buildings

• Full exemptions for conversions

• Strict planning rules

What is the expected outcome of the first home shared equity scheme?

• Decrease in housing prices

• More commercial spaces

• Opportunity for home ownership

• Increase in rental properties