Anoush Chakelian

Anoush Chakelian, a writer for the New Statesman, sheds light on Britain's alarming housing crisis in her cover story. She reveals the stark contrast between the government’s housing promises and the dismal quality of new builds. Chakelian discusses the woes of residents in defect-ridden flats and critiques developers' accountability. The conversation delves into the push and pull between new builds and beloved period homes, emphasizing the need for better construction standards and innovative social housing solutions to foster community living.