The CIOB has called for new prime minister Andy Burnham to empower regional leaders to develop skills locally for the construction industry as part of his devolution agenda.

Councils say cutting the quota from 35% to 20% would hurt their ability to deliver housing amid a homelessness crisis.

The capital’s affordable housing system is failing to keep pace with need despite public investment through the Mayor’s Affordable Homes Programme, according to a new report.

Historic England has launched a new report aiming to tackle the housing shortage by providing small and medium-sized developers with clear guidance on repurposing historic buildings for residential use.