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New towns report delayed amid fears over rising costs

The final report of the New Towns Taskforce has been delayed as part of the Government’s attempts at a refresh.

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By EXCLUSIVE by Heather Jameson | 18 September 2025

Housing and planning minister Matthew Pennycook © Simon Walker-deputy prime minister's office

The final report of the New Towns Taskforce has been delayed as part of the Government's attempts at a refresh.

It had been due to be published at an event on 8 September – just days after the reshuffle sparked by deputy prime minister Angela Rayner's resignation.

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