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Minister of State at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Matthew Pennycook

Government warns lagging councils of ‘tough action’ on local plans

1 December 2025 11:50 Mike Sheridan

Housing minister Matthew Pennycook has warned local authorities currently working without an adopted local plan to pick up the pace – or risk central government stepping in to take over.

North and Midlands central to govt’s £39bn affordable homes drive

7 November 2025 10:27 Charlie Valentine

Greater Manchester, the West Midlands, and the North East are expected to invest £1.8bn, £1.7bn, and £1.1bn, respectively, as part of a programme to deliver 300,000 properties over the next 10 years.

Government warns lagging councils of ‘tough action’ on local plans

North and Midlands central to govt’s £39bn affordable homes drive

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