Housing · 16 November 2025
Homebuilder Calls for Budget Relief as First-Time Buyer Struggles Intensify
Taylor Wimpey’s chief executive has urged ministers to provide greater assistance for first-time homebuyers, citing challenges from rising expenses and pre-Budget uncertainty. The company reported a year-on-year fall in sales per site. She noted that these economic pressures are making it increasingly difficult for those entering the property market, and highlighted the need for targeted government measures to support buyers in the UK.
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