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Rayner announces plan to build 180,000 new social homes

The Government has announced plans to build 180,000 new social homes by 2035 as part of the effort to tackle the shortage in temporary accommodation.

By William Eichler | 02 July 2025
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The Government has announced plans to build 180,000 new social homes by 2035 as part of the effort to tackle the shortage in temporary accommodation.

Delivered through the £39bn new Social and Affordable Homes Programme, these new houses are part of a package aimed at delivering 300,000 social and affordable homes.

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