'This house represents a fresh start for us, and it has given us the stability and peace of mind we were hoping for'

'This house represents a fresh start for us, and it has given us the stability and peace of mind we were hoping for'

A Carrickfergus family says their home represents a ‘fresh start’ after moving into a new social housing development.

Social housing boost as 1,765 new homes started across Northern Ireland

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons pictured with Michael McDonnell, Choice Group Chief Executive; Lyndsay Carr and two of her children Jessica and Luke; and Nicole Lappin, Chair, Northern Ireland Housing Executive. A major increase in social housing delivery across Northern Ireland has been confirmed, with 1,765 new homes started in the past year following record levels of investment. The £210 million building programme for 2025/26 marks a signif…

Lyons hails 17% increase in social home building

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has announced an increase in the number of new social home starts across Northern Ireland during 2025/26, following record levels of investment. The £210 million building programme has resulted in 1,765 new home starts in 2025/26, representing a 17% increase in deli