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Labour Reaffirms Commitment to 1.5 Million Homes Target

The Labour government has stated it remains committed to delivering its target of 1.5 million homes by the end of this Parliament. This follows a written parliamentary response from Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Housing, Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, who said the government is making progress towards this housing goal.

Analysis referenced in the Property118 report indicates that Labour is set to miss the deadline for its housing target. Despite this, the government maintains that it is on track to meet its commitment.

For UK letting agents and inventory clerks, the progress and delivery of new homes is a key factor influencing the rental market and property availability. The government's ongoing commitment to its housing target may impact future supply and demand dynamics within the sector.