Simon Harris says election should not be an ‘auction’ on housing targets

The transcript discusses the current economic situation and outlines key investment priorities, focusing on housing as the top priority. It emphasizes the importance of realistic housing targets and sustainable development, avoiding an auction-like approach to housing numbers. The speaker highlights the progress made in housing supply and the need for credible plans to increase and sustain housing development. Public feedback on existing housing schemes is considered, with a focus on improving accessibility and effectiveness. The overall message is to balance ambition with available resources and ensure sustainable growth in housing supply.

What are the four priority areas for investment mentioned in the first section?

• Agriculture, Energy, Housing, Education

• Education, Health, Technology, Transport

• Water, Energy, Housing, Transport

• Water, Health, Technology, Transport

What is the main challenge discussed in the second section regarding housing supply?

• Lack of government support

• High construction costs

• Limited land availability

• Sustainable increase in housing numbers

According to the second section, what was the approximate number of homes built in 2011?

• 10,000

• 7,000

• 15,000

• 5,000

What is a key focus in the third section regarding housing schemes?

• Listening to public feedback and adjusting policies

• Increasing taxes on housing

• Reducing the number of schemes

• Ending all existing schemes

What is a common concern among people regarding housing schemes as mentioned in the third section?

• Difficulty in qualifying for schemes

• Schemes are too complex

• Schemes are not well-publicized

• Schemes are too expensive