How the next government can meet the needs of the construction industry

By Thomas Vandecasteele 2023-12-18T07:00:00

The future of the built environment is inextricably linked to the policies and commitments made by political parties. The next general election cannot come soon enough, says Thomas Vandecasteele

With the country now less than a year from the next general election, the future of the built environment stands at a crossroads. Recent pledges by both Labour and the Conversatives at their respective party conferences, as well as from the government in this last month’s King’s Speech, have ignited hope and scrutiny within the construction industry, prompting questions about the quality, sustainability and impact of the proposed initiatives.

The Labour Party, under Keir Starmer’s leadership, has made a bold commitment to deliver 1.5 million new homes across the country. It is seen by many as a beacon of hope in addressing the housing crisis.

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