Newington's Gurjit Bains looks at how next week's Conservative Conference could impact housing.
With the Conservative Party Conference just around the corner, members, business owners and eager hacks will descend on Manchester this weekend keen to gain insight into the Party’s vision moving forward.
Conservative Party Conference will allow attendees to use this informal setting to socialise with high profile industry leaders and gain invaluable insight into the direction the party is heading in.
Although the press has been eager to jump on apparent divisions on Brexit, the Conservative Party is united on one significant point; they do not want another election.
Despite a confident opposition, the Conservatives have every intention of remaining in government and will use this conference to entrench their position.
Whilst Brexit talks will take centre stage, Newington has received reports that a major announcement on housing and public sector land is planned. With votes lost to the Labour Party from private renters priced out of the housing market, a major boost to housing would help bring back neutral voters.
Housing fringe guide
With the fringe guide now out we advise using your time and resources wisely to discuss the important issues on your agenda and build relationships with key decision makers shaping the post-Brexit political landscape.
The key to the Fringe events is planning well in advance, attending with plenty of business cards and being careful not to burn yourself out on day one!
Here’s our guide to the best housing events at Conservative Party Conference:
Can we build more and affordable homes without sacrificing the countryside?
How do we build the quality homes that Britain needs?
The Housing Fringe
Putting Power in the Northern Powerhouse
The Triumph of the Cities? How can metro mayors unlock the potential of Britain's cities?
