Angela Rayner Launches Taskforce for New Generation of UK Towns
The initiative aims to tackle the housing crisis with 1.5 million homes in five years, focusing on affordability and urban regeneration.
- The taskforce will identify sites for new towns and urban extensions, aiming for 40% affordable housing.
- Angela Rayner emphasizes mandatory housing targets and local community engagement.
- The plan includes releasing low-quality green belt land for development and updating planning policies.
- Labour government aims to start building homes before the next election.
- The initiative addresses high rents, homelessness, and the need for social housing.
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