Reform UK argues Britain has a housing shortage driven by planning delays and high demand. Its proposals combine planning reform, tax incentives for developers who build quickly, and giving councils priority to house local people first.
Net new homes (Eng., 2023/24)
221,070
DLUHC
Government target
300,000/yr
not met since 1970s
Average house-price / earnings
8.6x
ONS, 2023
Key proposals
Loose-fit planning rules on suitable brownfield land, with pre-approved 'design codes' to cut appeal timelines.