Architects broadly welcome Labour’s ‘wealth creation’ manifesto
By Tom Lowe2024-06-14T11:46:00
Planning reforms and commitments to build new towns mostly backed by experts but lack of ambition on climate criticised
Architects and built environment organisations have broadly welcomed Labour’s election manifesto after the party confirmed its plans to build 1.5 million homes over the next five years and renew the country’s infrastructure.
The 125-page document, titled “Change”, outlined a series of sweeping planning reforms aiming to force local authorities to build more housing and reduce barriers to green energy schemes.
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