Introduction It is a truth universally acknowledged that housing supply in the UK desperately needs a boost. The question on policymakers’ minds is how to do this in a pragmatic and sustainable way. One potential solution? Full expensing in the housebuilding sector. Along with the Adam Smith Institute, PricedOut has Read more
On Wednesday, an honourable endeavour within the House of Lords to reinstate housing targets was defeated. Consequently, the revival of housing targets under this Conservative Government seems highly unlikely. However, what’s surprising is the role played by the Lib Dems in obstructing this effort. A party ostensibly guided by principles Read more
Community Land Auctions are an exciting idea to capture land value for the community. They have long had broad cross-party support. Some vested interests are not keen on them, but there is every reason to try a pilot as the Government currently proposes. Granting planning permission to build homes on Read more