MP WELCOMES GOVERNMENT FUNDING FOR MORE HOMES IN CANNOCK CHASE

Aidan has welcomed additional Government funding to build more affordable homes in Cannock Chase. Through the New Homes Bonus, Cannock Chase District Council has been allocated £584,178 over the next two years to build much-needed housing in the local area.

The New Homes Bonus is a multi-billion pound programme that rewards communities when they accept more house building in their area. The Bonus includes an extra reward for building new affordable homes, and for getting long-term empty homes back into use.

Building on the flagship Housing Strategy, the Government has also unveiled a range of measures to help first time buyers onto the housing ladder, provide support for millions who have been left languishing on social housing waiting lists and get construction on the move.

Commenting Aidan said: "Labour led Britain into a housing crisis - the number of affordable homes fell, waiting lists almost doubled and first-time buyer numbers collapsed to their lowest level for a generation.

"Housebuilding is already up a quarter under the Coalition Government, but there is more to do.

"I am delighted to welcome this funding for new homes in Cannock Chase. The Government's actions will help local people onto the housing ladder, provide more affordable housing and create local jobs".

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