Labour's Housing minister Matthew Pennycook defended the Government's ambitious plans to build 1.5 million new homes, emphasising that local communities will play a crucial role in shaping development plans.

The minister stressed that while discussions with communities about housing developments would be welcomed, the conversation must focus on "how and where it goes, rather than whether it happens at all."

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Labour has unveiled sweeping changes to planning rules{ai:summary}<p>Labour's Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook defended the government's goal of constructing 1.5 million new homes, highlighting the importance of local community involvement in development plans. He stated that discussions should center on the specifics of housing locations rather than questioning the necessity of new homes. </p><p>#society</p>

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