Micheal Martin hails 'different approach' to housing crisis

The video discusses the challenges faced by Owen Murphy in implementing housing reforms due to lack of support and systemic resistance. It highlights the new government's approach, which includes forming a high-powered cabinet subcommittee and enacting comprehensive planning code reforms. Despite the pandemic, significant progress has been made, but more housing is still needed.

What was Owen Murphy's main complaint about the previous government's housing policy?

• Lack of financial resources

• Insufficient political support

• Inadequate public awareness

• Poor urban planning

What was one of the key actions taken by the current government to address housing issues?

• Establishing a cabinet subcommittee

• Privatizing public housing

• Increasing foreign investment

• Reducing taxes on housing

What was a significant reform introduced by the current government in the housing sector?

• Comprehensive planning code reform

• A ban on foreign property ownership

• A new housing tax

• Increased subsidies for homeowners

What challenge did the government face in implementing new housing policies?

• Lack of public interest

• Resistance within the system

• Opposition from international bodies

• Insufficient funding

Despite the pandemic, what progress has been made in the housing sector?

• Complete eradication of homelessness

• Significant increase in housing construction

• Total privatization of housing

• Reduction in housing prices