Tag Archives: Rural Housing

Housing is not a short term problem

Posted on February 7, 2017 by ianchisnall

I find it slightly disturbing to remember back to the early part of this Century and Millennium when Gordon Brown as Chancellor was roundly criticised by the Conservative Opposition for claiming that the UK needed 3M new homes to be … Continue reading →

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BBC Sussex must act responsibly

Posted on November 26, 2015 by ianchisnall

This morning a tweet from BBC Sussex reports “There’s concerns there could be more houses built in rural Sussex after the Autumn Statement” the tweet links to a news report that refers to the very positive decision by the Chancellor … Continue reading →

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A lack of rural housing

Posted on June 15, 2014 by ianchisnall

The failure of the coalition Government and its predecessor to ensure that adequate affordable housing is being provided in rural areas was raised on 12th June by a Bishop in the House of Lords. His question should not have been a surprise … Continue reading →

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