Previous administrations have played a major part in the disparity between public and private sector housing.
So says the Island’s Social Care Minister.
Chris Robertshaw MHK was speaking after it was confirmed public sector rents are to rise by five per cent from next April, twice the rate of inflation.
Minister Robertshaw acknowledges the significant difference in rents which currently exists between sectors.
Red weather warning issued for coastal overtopping
It will come into effect on Tuesday at 2:30pm
Motorists' post about 'raised metal' raises awareness for other drivers
Claire Losh had two flat tyresÂ
20mph drop-in session in the south today
It's part of the Department of Infrastructure's ongoing consultation
Amber weather warning issued with more heavy rain forecast
20-30mm of rainfall expected over nine-hour period