Angela Rayner is reportedly set to launch a consultation on whether to ditch Margaret Thatcher's right-to-buy scheme, which has faced criticism from over 100 local authorities for being unsustainable. This decision ties into her promise of a council housing revolution, suggesting a shift towards more social housing initiatives and a reevaluation of previous conservative policies related to public housing.
Leadership hopeful Kemi Badenoch criticized Rayner for attempting to dismantle one of Baroness Thatcher's most transformative policies, indicating the significant divide in the political landscape regarding housing policies.
As Tory MPs prepare for the first round of voting to select a successor to Rishi Sunak, the political atmosphere is charged, with six candidates vying for leadership amidst concerns over the state of Britain’s housing and economic future.
Sir Tony Blair commented on Britain’s diminished standing over the last decade, urging that the nation is entering a phase of profound anxiety, a sentiment echoed by Sir Keir Starmer in his current leadership.
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