Inflation in the price of construction's now running at 8.3 percent - close to the record levels seen during the Celtic Tiger.
That's according to the Society of Chartered Surveyors, which says hold-ups in international shipping have led to "exceptional" increases in the price of materials.
The society's vice-president Kevin James says consensus in the sector is that the cost of materials will ease next year.
Affordable Houses Set To Be Built In Blessington
Wicklow Councillors have passed a material contravention to allow for the construction of over 300 residential units in Blessington,
Progress Made On New Greystones School Building
A letter of intent is being issued for a new school building at Greystones Community College this morning
Gardai Investigate After Woman's Body Found In Wexford Housing Estate
Gardaí and emergency services are currently attending the scene of a fatal incident involving a car in Castlebridge, Co. Wexford,
Bray's Katie Taylor To Face Rematch With Amanda Serrano
Taylor will put her undisputed welterweight championship on the line against the Puerto Rican she beat on a split decision in 2022.
State Continues Investigation Into Wicklow Solicitor Michael Lynn
The 55-year-old, of Millbrook Court in Redcross, was convicted in February of stealing almost €18 million from six financial institutions.
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