Rayner: Council and social housing a top priority in Government's first Budget

The video discusses the urgent need for council and social housing in the country. It highlights the challenges related to budget constraints and the role of the Chancellor in addressing these issues. The speaker introduces mandatory housing targets to tackle affordability problems, emphasizing the interconnectedness of supply and demand. The ultimate goal is to build 1.5 million homes, marking a significant ambition to create the largest generation of council and social homes.

What is the long-term solution proposed for housing needs?

• Constructing council and social housing

• Building more private homes

• Reducing housing taxes

• Increasing rental prices

Who is responsible for announcing the Budget related to housing?

• The Prime Minister

• The Chancellor

• The Housing Minister

• The Finance Secretary

Why are the mandatory housing targets described as ambitious?

• They address affordability and high demand

• They focus on luxury housing

• They aim to reduce housing prices

• They limit the number of new homes

What is the target number of homes to be built?

• 500,000 homes

• 1.5 million homes

• 1 million homes

• 2 million homes

What is the speaker's attitude towards achieving the housing target?

• Uncertain

• Determined

• Skeptical

• Indifferent