Mr. Sean O'Connor:

Yes, we have. A number of associations have used off-site construction techniques. My own association has engaged in a number of projects. There are not many in Ireland and I would like to see more. Government support and research and development for that sector would be good. Real benefits of off-site construction relate to environmental and quality control aspects. The largest site undertaken by my association, Tuath, was in Ardee, through Modern Homes Ireland. They are steel-framed. The finished units are brought in by crane. About 90% of construction is in a factory. It is a massive job that happens off-site. That scheme involved 102 three and four-bed houses and was delivered in 12 months from start to finish, including groundworks, at an average cost of €250,000 per home. That was at the end of 2019.