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Housing Secretary's Job at Risk Over 1.5M Home Target

10/20/2025

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Housing Secretary Steve Reed says his job is on the line if he misses delivering 1.5 million homes by 2029.
Experts, including Professor Paul Cheshire and Neil Jefferson (expert), say the target is unlikely due to flatlining rates and regulatory challenges.
The government plans to compel local councils to adopt updated local plans within 30 months and reform green belt land, but experts doubt these measures will boost construction.

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Housing Secretary Steve Reed says his job is on the line if he misses delivering 1.5 million homes by 2029.
Experts, including Professor Paul Cheshire and Neil Jefferson (expert), say the target is unlikely due to flatlining rates and regulatory challenges.
The government plans to compel local councils to adopt updated local plans within 30 months and reform green belt land, but experts doubt these measures will boost construction.