The King’s Speech

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17th July marked a historic occasion: it was the first King’s Speech on behalf of a Labour Government since 1950 and, much like Clement Attlee’s post-war government priorities almost three-quarters of a century ago, housing was a key feature.

In this infosheet, we outline the pledges made by His Majesty in the State Opening of Parliament, together with the likely pace of these reforms, and what specific legislative changes the market should prepare for.