May calls for more social housing and better design for new homes

By Jordan Marshall2019-06-26T11:48:00

PM speaking at housing conference this afternoon

Prime minister Theresa May is set to urge the sector to deliver an increased number of social homes in a speech later today.

May (pictured), who is set to make a surprise appearance at the Chartered Institute of Housing conference this afternoon, will also call for new design standards to ensure high-quality homes and further tenant rights.

She is also expected to set out next steps on the Social Housing Green Paper agenda, with an action plan expected in September.

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