The article criticizes Keir Starmer's government for not following Scotland and Wales in abolishing the right-to-buy scheme, which has led to housing crises and a surplus of empty homes in England. With over 700,000 long-term unoccupied properties, there is an urgent need to address homelessness and alleviate the pressure on local government budgets. It suggests adopting French tax systems that effectively encourage property occupancy and generate revenue for public services. The writer underscores the negative impact of previous council housing sales on community stability.
It shows a contemptible want of courage that Keir Starmer's government fails to follow the examples of Scotland and Wales by simply ending the right-to-buy scam.
There are 700,000 long-term empty homes in England, which is almost double the number of homeless people, showcasing the stark contrast between wasted resources and essential human need.
In France, a residence tax is levied on property owners, generating significant local revenue to support public services, which could be beneficial for addressing local housing crises.
The social crime of selling off council housing is evident in my village, where much-needed council homes were sold off, exacerbating housing and community issues.
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