What does it really take to hit the UK’s ambitious housing targets, and why does design matter just as much as quantity? In this episode of Build Up: From the Basement, Iona sits down with Kit Malthouse MP, former Housing Minister, to explore the big lessons from his time in government and his candid predictions for the future of construction.
We talk about:
- Why the 300,000 homes target is so hard to achieve
- The practical constraints of bricks, skills, and planning
- Kit’s mantra of “more, better, faster” and what it means for housing policy
- The “conspiracy of crap” in housing design and how to fix it
- The vital role of small builders and making construction an aspirational career
- Apprenticeships, progression, and whether licensing builders would help or hinder
Packed with insights and straight-talking advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about housing, design, and the future of UK construction.
