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Brilliant analysis here from Ran Boydell . We need the UK government to intervene much more strongly in our housing crisis and re-develop our housing model away from profiteering and landbanking and back towards non- profit housing provision as a public service and human right. In short we need a national government funded housing programme supporting industry and local communities. I hope Labour will provide that leadership after our elections in UK. Nothing less will do now. #housingcrisis #housingsystem #policyreform

This has a very interesting article on housing in Australia (thanks for sharing Matt Devine ) that also has relevance to the UK market. Link in comments. My thoughts in addition to this piece in addition to the need for more public housing identified as to how we need to promote more competition and use the planning system to meet housing need. This is a huge crisis that needs new interventions from governments. - The model in NSW also used to work well where by Landcom (state owned) would bring new release areas including house and land packages as well as just one to market alongside the private sector. This was commonplace in the region I grew up in. This is worth exploring in a UK context to promote more competition for the private onwnership sector. https://lnkd.in/ee7h5Hzn - some planning policies in NSW like SEPP 5 https://lnkd.in/eDS5dumd facilitated more aged housing in peri-urban settings but required housing to be lived in through use of covenants requiring only over 55 years residents/owners. Could these type of planning policies ensure housing that is reserved for aged people, first time buyers & key workers in key locations both in Australian and UK planning systems ? - do we need to follow Singapore that has c.80% public housing, with measures that limit prices and have housing treated as as a societal need / basic infrastructure ? https://lnkd.in/eB66UkdJ Thoughts from my network most welcome !

Impossibly Unaffordable Housing Chapman University has just released a 33-page detailed report that compares average income to average cost of housing in 94 cities around the world. The report finds that in some cities it’s nearly impossible for someone to afford housing with an average income. Here are the top 10 cities with Impossibly Unaffordable Housing: 1️⃣Hong Kong 2️⃣Sydney 3️⃣Vancouver 4️⃣San Jose 5️⃣Los Angeles 6️⃣Honolulu 7️⃣Melbourne 8️⃣San Francisco 9️⃣San Diego 🔟Toronto Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/e7BGKp_c What city do you think is impossibly unaffordable? #housing #crisis #economy #affordable 🖼️ I made the image below with DAL-E 3.

NEW REPORT: "HOMEWARD BOUND: HOW TO CREATE DEEPLY AFFORDABLE HOUSING". I'm pleased to share a new report published by Institute for Research on Public Policy (IRPP) addressing one of our pressing societal challenges: affordable housing. This report offers ideas to address housing in the Canadian context through informed policy-making and innovative public sector approaches. https://lnkd.in/e3hUSxm3

"Housing at a crossroad: wealth, inequality and housing futures"    HOUSING CONFERENCE 2025 | University of Sydney | 19-21 February 2025 📢 We are delighted to announce that the full conference program is now available. https://lnkd.in/g_qXWjAJ View the full program and register: https://lnkd.in/eeJaq-VT. This year broad conference themes: > First Nations housing > Environmentally sustainable and climate resilient housing > Housing access and inequity > Housing tenure > Housing and health > Planning for new housing supply > Inculcating bold housing policy reform    Conference Joint Chairs: > Dr Laurence Troy, The University of Sydney > Professor Nicole Gurran, The University of Sydney Conference Committee: Laurence Troy Nicole Gurran Laura Goh Catherine Gilbert Pranita Shrestha Dr Zahra Nasreen Sophia Maalsen Hazel Easthope Emma Power Kristian Ruming Alan Morris #AHRC25 #health #FirstNations #climateresilience #aushousingstudies #aushousingconference #housingresearch #housing #realestate #property #housingmarket #affordablehousing #research #innovation #university #researcher #conferences #events #conferencespeaker #policy #government #australia #academia #university #learning #discussion #presentation #housingcrisis #equity #housingsupply #sustainability #housingpolicy #UniversityofSydney

Old news but certainly worth the post given the number of stakeholders the National Association of REALTORS® has in Europe. It's encouraging to see European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's commitment to addressing Europe's housing challenges. The initiative focuses on enhancing access to quality homes amidst rising living costs and a need for affordable housing across the continent. The targeted investments in sustainable housing solutions, support for vulnerable groups, and collaboration among governments, the private sector, and civil society are set to drive impactful change in European housing. #NARGlobal #Housing #Sustainability #EuropeanCommission #UrsulaVonDerLeyen #SocialImpact #Europe

A solid basis for reconciliation = actively investing in For Indigenous By Indigenous solutions to meet socioeconomic and deep core housing. https://lnkd.in/gumKMDwC

The UK is navigating a period of significant economic growth, but with that growth comes the pressing need for more affordable housing. As the economy expands and the population increases, the demand for accessible, quality housing is at an all-time high. At UK Development Corporation, we recognize the critical link between economic prosperity and the availability of affordable homes. We are actively involved in projects that not only stimulate economic growth but also ensure that housing remains within reach for everyone. Our approach combines innovative development strategies with sustainable practices to deliver housing solutions that meet the needs of diverse communities across the UK. By partnering with local authorities and private investors, UK Development Corporation is at the forefront of creating affordable, high-quality housing that supports the UK’s economic advancement. Together, we’re building a brighter, more inclusive future for all. #EconomicGrowth #uk #future #growth #government #housing #investment #ukdc #AffordableHousing #UKDevelopmentCorp #SustainableDevelopment #UKEconomy #CommunityGrowth #ukhousing #inwardinvestment #economicgrowth #UrbanRegeneration #sustainabledevelopment