Rayner Says 'Slim Chance' of Meeting 1.5 Million New Homes Target
Housing Secretary Angela Rayner told the BBC that rising construction costs and the conflict involving Iran are threatening the government's key manifesto pledge on housing.
Housing Secretary Angela Rayner has said there is a "slim chance" the government will meet its target of building 1.5 million new homes, according to the BBC.
Rayner attributed the challenge to high construction costs and the ongoing war involving Iran, both of which she said were threatening the manifesto pledge, the BBC reported.
The target of 1.5 million new homes was a central commitment in the government's manifesto. Rayner's comments, made in an interview with the BBC, suggest growing uncertainty over whether the pledge can be fulfilled within the intended timeframe.
The BBC did not provide further details in the excerpt regarding specific timelines or additional measures the government may take in response to these challenges.
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