Each new town should aim for at least 10,000 homes and a minimum of 40% affordable housing, half of which would be for social rent.

Kevin Shaw, national sales managing director, Romans, analyses Labour’s progress on housing policy one year into government, from rental and leasehold reform to housebuilding...

96% of homeowners fear the proposed 0.5% annual property tax could rise over time, according to a new study.

The Renters’ Rights Bill is nearing Royal Assent, yet the government has not set out its implementation timetable.

The Bill, which passed its second reading in the House of Commons on 9 October 2024, is expected to come into effect in early 2026.

Rayner's resignation is likely to spark debate over property tax reforms.

Victoria Yeandle, associate planner at Lanpro, explains why initiatives to reform local government could delay, rather than expedite, the planning process.

Extending the 8% charge to rental earnings could generate in the region of £2bn.

Just 47% feel Labour’s first year in power has brought more stability to the housing market.

James Cogan, director at Boyer, says Labour’s first year in government has laid the groundwork for change, yet delivery – not ambition – will be the true measure of...