People’s lives are shaped by the communities they live in - if communities thrive, individuals will too. But local government has been left underfunded, underpowered, and unable to tackle many of the problems communities face today. One of these problems is housing. Many people struggle to buy or rent a good quality home and homelessness remains shamefully high. The Government regularly misses its housing targets and when new homes are built, they’re often energy-inefficient, leading to large bills. Rural communities also face their own problems, from the prevalence of second homes, to a lack of public transport and broadband connectivity. We must empower local communities by strengthening local government and resolving the housing crisis. |