A shortfall of building materials has caused delays in project completion, forcing owners to stay in hotels while they wait.

A combination of Brexit and pandemic has seen a surge in demand for building materials and a delay in the supply chain.

Sky's Aisha Zahid spoke to a couple who couldn't find temporary accommodation and have been forced to live in a hotel for months while they wait for their home to be finished.

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