NAMA to build new homes in Co Kildare

The Government has revealed that 15% of the 20,000 homes planned by NAMA will be built in the commuter belt counties of Kildare, Wicklow and Meath.

NAMA boss Brendan McDonagh said the majority of the properties will be based in Co Dublin.

Some 10% of the total number of houses will be allocated to social housing.

Public Expenditure Minister Brendan Howlin said the house building programme will reduce pressure in the housing market caused by lack of supply.