Interview with Nick Clegg on the Tory Manifesto Part Three

The video discusses the Conservative Party's proposal to extend the right to buy, critiquing it as an outdated and ineffective policy that fails to address current housing issues. The speaker contrasts this with the Liberal Democrats' approach, which aims to support young people and renters by offering assistance with deposits and promoting ownership through rental payments. The Liberal Democrats also plan to build more homes and establish a housing investment bank.

What is the speaker's main criticism of the Conservative Party's proposal to extend the right to buy?

• It is a recycled idea from the 1980s.

• It will increase taxes significantly.

• It focuses too much on urban areas.

• It is too expensive to implement.

According to the speaker, what is a major flaw in the Conservative plan regarding affordable housing?

• It will require significant government subsidies.

• It will only benefit those already owning homes.

• It will primarily benefit large corporations.

• It will lead to a decrease in affordable housing.

What does the speaker suggest as a solution for young people living with their parents?

• Providing them with government-owned housing.

• Offering them tax incentives to buy homes.

• Helping them with upfront rental deposit costs.

• Encouraging them to move to rural areas.

How does the speaker propose to help those in rented accommodation to own their homes?

• By offering them interest-free loans.

• By providing them with free legal advice.

• By allowing them to build ownership through rental payments.

• By reducing their monthly rent.

What initiative does the speaker mention to increase the number of homes built?

• Creating a housing investment bank.

• Partnering with international developers.

• Reducing construction regulations.

• Offering tax breaks to builders.