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£6 billion in Right to Buy discounts threaten future of scheme

Almost £6 billion has been given out in discounts through the Right to Buy (RTB) scheme since the size of the discount was increased in 2012, new analysis by the Local Government Association reveals.

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“Generational step-change” needed in council housebuilding

Every area in England should be handed a new local housing deal by 2025 to spark a “generational step-change” in council housebuilding.

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