A widely reported study by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) reaffirms the dire shortage of housing in the UK – with demand outstripping supply. This is fuelling house price inflation and frustrating those looking to move up the ladder. This adds credence to the need for a step change in the delivery of new homes in Poole and adjoining authorities – as evidenced by the Eastern Dorset Strategic Housing Market Assessment. Sajid Javid, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, has also been critical of housebuilders sitting on prime sites.’
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