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  • The boxed-in generation

    Draft text of the speech - may differ from the delivered version. Introduction It’s been a busy morning. They say a week is a long time…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Help to get boxed-in generation up the property ladder

    Minister pledges to help those growing out of their properties The boxed-in generation - people unable to upsize their home but who have also…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Halifax becomes fourth lender offering the NewBuy guarantee

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps has welcomed today’s announcement by Halifax that it will be offering mortgages under the NewBuy Guarantee scheme…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Revamped Right to Buy is chance of a lifetime for tenants

    £75,000 discounts will help get tenants across the threshold A new generation of social tenants were today handed the keys to homeownership…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Budget 2012

    An additional £420m to stimulate local economic growth was announced by the Chancellor in his Budget. There will be additional funds for: …

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Unlocking aspiration for a new generation of home buyers

    Details of two ambitious schemes that will unlock the aspirations of a new generation of home buyers, and get Britain building thousands of …

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Industry support grows for NewBuy Guarantee

    Housing industry movers and shakers have hailed today’s launch of the NewBuy Guarantee scheme as a vital kick-start for house builders across…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Safety net of support working to protect thousands at risk

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps today said new figures, showing a 14 per cent increase in the number of households accepted for homelessness help…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • £20 million for safety net against repossession

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps today announced a new £20million safety net to help ensure that mortgage repossession remains the last resort …

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • English housing survey bulletin: issue 6

    Bulletin about the English housing survey.

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  • Housing and construction champions announced

    After launching the Department’s Red Tape Challenge ‘Housing and Construction’ theme last month, the Secretary of State is pleased to announce…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Response to article in the Metro on repossessions

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps responds to article in the Metro on repossessions. Dear Sir By lumping together statistics on the evictions …

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Housing takes centre stage in economic recovery plans

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps today highlighted how the Government’s action to get Britain building again will play a vital and central role…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Housing update

    I would like to make a statement to update Hon. Members on the Coalition Government’s action on housing, following the publication of our …

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • It's all about delivery

    Draft text of the speech - may differ from the delivered version. Are you a veteran if you’ve done the same job for five years? Normally…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Housing partnership will give new insight into how the market ticks

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps has today hailed a new partnership between the Government and the National House Building Council (NHBC) to gain…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Revitalised Right to Buy will unleash a new generation of home ownership

    A revitalised Right to Buy will unleash a new generation of home ownership and ensure every home sold is replaced, Housing Minister Grant Shapps…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • English housing survey bulletin: issue 5

    Bulletin about the English housing survey.

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  • Struggling households should seek support

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps has today called on any households faced with the threat of homelessness this Christmas to seek help and advice…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • £430 million cash bonus for communities who have built homes

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps today announced the latest instalment of powerful cash bonuses for communities who have built new homes. The …

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government