Policy

New policies are 'a step in the right direction,' says Winkworth, while Knight Frank warns that proposed planning reforms will 'only paper over the cracks'.

Latest government housebuilding strategy focuses on urban property development to avoid 'concreting over the countryside'.

Housing Secretary says his Housing Department is 'asking too much too quickly' of landlords to improve EPC rating; Prime Minister doesn't want to 'hassle' people with energy efficiency upgrades.

'The job must not be half-done,' warns The Guardian, as an important piece of legislation is put on ice for the Summer holidays.

The Financial Times warns of 'little relief in sight' for struggling tenants and beleaguered landlords.

'The problem is not second homeowners, it is politicians failing to understand the issues and having the courage to do something about it,' says top property agency.

'If we don't raise rates now, it could be worse later,' explains Bank of England chief, as interest rates climb to a 15-year high.

Beware, warns veteran agent Trevor Abrahmsohn, the Four Horseman of the Property Apocalypse are saddling up and ready to go...

Rates are increasing as financial markets price in a period of more stubborn inflation, says Knight Frank's head of resi research.

What happens to core inflation will determine how much higher the Bank of England will push rates, says Knight Frank's head of UK resi research.

20% of donations to the party between 2010 and 2020 came from firms and individuals connected to the housing market.

Sadiq Khan wants to raise council tax on long-term empty homes to discourage absentee owners, and to 'make it easier' for councils to temporarily take-over under-used buildings.