Synopsis

The housing crisis in the United Kingdom intensifies. Rents have soared, and for many, homeownership remains an unattainable aspiration as property prices climb beyond reach. Now, the government has pledged a substantial undertaking: to construct 1.5 million new homes across England by 2029. Is such a feat achievable? Anita Rani and Justin Rowlatt journey from South Tyneside to the Isle of Wight to investigate. Their exploration reveals the intricacies of brickmaking, delves into the bewildering