London faces lowest annual housebuilding rate since World War II

10 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 25

London is projected to build fewer homes this year than any year since the post-World War II period, marking a decade-long decline.
This slump poses a significant challenge for the Labour Party and Mayor Sadiq Khan ahead of crucial local elections, where housing and cost of living are key voter concerns.
Khan’s 2016 pledge to prioritize housing remains under scrutiny as the city’s persistent housing shortage shapes the political landscape and influences public perception of Labour’s performance.

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