The UK Government has pledged to build 1.5 million new homes within the next five years to tackle the housing crisis and stimulate economic growth. However, industry experts warn that a severe labour shortage—particularly among skilled trades such as bricklayers—could jeopardise this goal. Angela Rayner recently outlined plans to accelerate housebuilding by cutting red tape and prioritising…
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