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Right to Buy Surge Threatens Affordable Housing in UK

5/13/2025

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A dramatic spike in Right to Buy applications is jeopardizing the UK government's pledge to boost affordable housing. Chancellor Rachel Reeves' discount cuts have sparked a wave of sales, with over 18,500 council homes expected to vanish by 2025/26. Experts fear this trend could worsen homelessness and erode vital social housing efforts.

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A dramatic spike in Right to Buy applications is jeopardizing the UK government's pledge to boost affordable housing. Chancellor Rachel Reeves' discount cuts have sparked a wave of sales, with over 18,500 council homes expected to vanish by 2025/26. Experts fear this trend could worsen homelessness and erode vital social housing efforts.