Government falling far short of its house building target

The government looks set to fall far short of its commitment on house building, with fewer than 100,000 homes built during the first three quarters of 2020.

Time is running out on improving environment, MPs warn

The Public Accounts Committee has claimed that government progress on improving the natural environment is disappointing.

All new developments must meet local standards

Local communities will be at the heart of plans to make sure that new developments in their area are beautiful and well-designed.

£40m to help victims of domestic abuse during pandemic

Victims of rape and domestic abuse will be helped by a major £40 million funding boost for specialist support services.

Further support for flood resilience measures

Householders in flood-hit areas who install property flood resilience measures could soon be able to obtain discounted insurance premiums.

One in six struggling to afford broadband

New research from Citizens Advice has found that more than one in six people are struggling to afford their broadband during the third lockdown.

Coronavirus jab now offered at every eligible care home

The NHS has now offered the coronavirus vaccine to residents at every eligible care home with older residents across England.

Devolution deal for West Yorkshire signed into law

Local Government Minister Luke Hall has signed an Order bringing into law a historic devolution deal for West Yorkshire.

‘Concerning’ profit and debt levels in children’s care

The government’s review of children’s social care needs to consider the impact of increasing private equity and stock market involvement.

World’s first hydrogen double deckers for Aberdeen

The world's first fleet of double decker hydrogen buses has officially been launched into service by Aberdeen City Council.

‘Gross shortage’ of decent social homes in England

The government has released new figures on homelessness, which Shelter says highlights the fact that thousands are struggling to survive the pandemic while homeless.

Labour to force government action on cladding scandal

Labour is set to hold a vote to force government action on the cladding scandal and protect leaseholders from life-changing cladding costs.

Upgrades to Go Ultra Low Oxford EV chargers

Upgrades have been made to the Go Ultra Low Oxford project, giving members of the public the ability to use the chargers for the first time.

Damage to children’s mental health could last for years

The damage to children’s mental health caused by the coronavirus crisis could last for years without a large-scale increase for services.

Free admission to the proposed UK Holocaust Memorial

The government will provide free entry, in perpetuity, to everyone visiting the proposed new Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre.

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