03.03.2025
London faces an acute shortage of all types of homes. This is not only a social issue but also an economic one if businesses in the capital are unable to recruit and retain the talent they need to thrive.
We welcome the Mayor’s commitment to deliver 6000 new homes specifically for key workers as part of a mixed tenure approach to resolving London’s housing crisis. Crucially, the delivery of Key Worker Living Rent (KWLR) homes should not be to the detriment of overall scheme viability; clear policy direction is required to ensure the delivery of these homes is supported by developers, registered providers (RPs) and local planning authorities (LPAs).