PM vows to overrule local authority heads who resist housing revolution amid concerns from wildlife groups and Labour-run administrations• On wokeness, patriotism and change, Kamala Harris’s defeat has lessons for StarmerKeir Starmer has warned local leaders that he will not hesitate to overrule them if they attempt to “dodge their responsibilities” in approving new homes, amid growing concerns among wildlife groups and councils over his plans for a housing revolution.The prime minister has placed a pledge to build 1.5m new homes in England by the next election at the heart of his government’s plans. Continue reading…
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Publish date : 2024-12-07 20:00:33
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‘Don’t dodge your responsibilities,’ Starmer warns English councils that block new homes
