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October 12, 2020

UNEP and Parliament of the World’s Religions launch book to catalyse climate action

The book contains a diverse range of faith teachings on the protection of the environment, coupled with scientific findings.
January 13, 2020

Report reveals obstacles to councils building more homes

The right to buy policy was cited as a severe disincentive to building, as new homes might have to be sold after only three years, possibly at less than the cost of building.
August 29, 2019

Right to Buy rules undermining council efforts to boost housebuilding, says LGA

Housebuilding efforts by councils risk being undermined without reform to the Right to Buy scheme, says the Local Government Association.
January 16, 2019

Three million new social homes key to solving housing crisis, says Shelter

Analysis suggests the economic benefits of social housebuilding would ultimately outweigh the initial costs.
September 20, 2018

LGA responds to May's social housing announcement

Local Government Association says councils are being hamstrung by Treasury restrictions which prevent them from borrowing to build new homes.
September 5, 2018

Friends of the Earth launches legal challenge to new planning rules

Friends of the Earth wants the government to undertake a strategic environmental assessment on the new National Planning Policy Framework.
April 14, 2018

LGA responds to Government consultation on building safety rules

The Chair of the LGA says the Government needs to meet the exceptional costs for councils of any essential fire and safety measures needed.
March 24, 2018

LGA responds to latest Government house-building figures

The LGA says a renaissance in council house-building is essential to address the housing crisis.
February 17, 2018

More than 423,000 homes with planning permission waiting to be built in England and Wales

More than 423,000 homes have been given planning permission but are still waiting to be built, according to new research published today by the Local Government Association.
September 29, 2017

Councils call for power to borrow and build homes

The average house price in England is now almost eight times the average wage, sparking a call from councils to be allowed to invest significantly in house building.