Over 100 new communities may be established as part of the government’s initiative for the “most extensive residential construction programme since the post-war period”.
“Sir Keir Starmer is slated to visit a project in Buckinghamshire today where he will announce his latest strategies for building 1.5 million residences.
The Prime Minister has once again criticized NIMBYs (“Not in my backyard” – those opposed to development in their vicinity), while advocating for “working individuals” who struggle to find affordable housing.
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As part of the announcement today, an initial draft of the framework for the 100 new towns will be revealed.
This blueprint will address topics such as the volume of green areas, the number of GP practices, educational institutions, public transportation options, and affordable housing within these planned communities.
A conclusive design will be made available this summer.
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In a piece for The Metro, Sir Keir acknowledged that he anticipated “significant pushback” against his proposals but argued that “for far too long, the NIMBYs and critics have obstructed our systems, preventing necessary developments from occurring.”
The government asserts that over 100 locations in England have “emerged” as candidates for development into new towns.
The majority of these sites are situated in London, the south, or the east.
Sir Keir stated: “We are rapidly employing all means at our disposal to construct the homes required, enabling more families to ascend the housing ladder. We are eliminating the obstacles hindering construction, no longer accepting rejection as the default stance, and paving the path for the next generation of new communities.
“As part of the largest residential construction programme since the post-war period, our ambitious Plan for Change will rejuvenate the lives of working families, reinforcing the fundamental idea that hard work leads to progress.”
The government claimed that it has “cleared the path” for 20,000 housing units since taking office last July.
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In today’s announcement, the government revealed intentions to unblock an additional 700,000 homes across 350 locations.
This effort will include expediting the construction of “high-rise buildings” – those standing 18 meters or taller.
It is reported that this expedited timeline will not entail relaxation of safety protocols, but rather an infusion of additional resources to enhance the current pace.
Deputy Prime Minister and Housing Secretary Angela Rayner stated: “I will confront the difficult decisions required to resolve the housing crisis we inherited, which has left numerous families on waiting lists, allowed the issue of homelessness to escalate, and hindered an entire cohort from obtaining the keys to their initial residence.”
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The government has also reiterated its commitment to override local apprehensions regarding environmental concerns – as illustrated by the bat tunnel located near Aylesbury in Buckinghamshire.
Sir Keir commented in The Metro: “We are reforming the nonsensical system that prevents us from constructing train lines and homes, all in the name of protecting bats and newts.”
