Today the Government finally published the detail of its new National Planning Policy Framework. It is a welcome recognition by the government that we need more homes, and building more homes is good for the economy. During the messy row … Continue reading →

One of the Welfare Reform Act’s intentions, and one Shelter was happy to support, was a pledge to simplify the benefits system. In light of this it is surprising that one particular measure was allowed to survive the bill unscathed, … Continue reading →

For many in the housing world, 2012 represents the first year of a totally rewritten policy environment. In 2011, the Government unveiled some of the most radical changes to housing policy in a generation.  The Localism Act alone including reforms … Continue reading →