The Rest Is Politics 408. Broken Britain: Farage’s Plot to Outflank Labour
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May 27, 2025 Explore the rise of Reform UK and the impact of Nigel Farage's populism on Labour's relevance. Delve into the urgent housing crisis as challenges mount in building affordable homes. Understand the shifting political landscape where traditional parties face voter dissatisfaction. Discover the intricacies of Trump’s controversial claims and his influence on global relations. Finally, hear insights on navigating online security while traveling and the complexities affecting Ukraine amidst geopolitical tensions.
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Housing Crisis Reality Check
- The UK's housing crisis is severe, with housing starts declining far below government targets.
- Expert consensus doubts Labour's pledge to build 1.5 million homes in the next term is achievable.
Need for Government-Built Housing
- Building affordable houses is challenged by lack of buyer affordability, not builder capability.
- Government-led building is needed to directly tackle the affordability and social housing shortage.
Construction Workforce Shortfall
- Brexit and COVID have caused a construction workforce shortage of 100,000 workers.
- 250,000 new construction workers are needed by 2032 to meet housing targets.