The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has responded to the Conservative and Unionist Party 2024 general election manifesto, published earlier today.
RIBA President Muyiwa Oki said: “This manifesto contains some welcome commitments such as prioritising brownfield development, supporting community housing schemes, and delivering homes for older people, but it lacks a clear strategy to upgrade our shamefully energy inefficient housing stock.
“While appreciating the need for a more efficient planning system, it fails to mention the lack of adequate expert resource – critical to delivering high-quality, sustainable homes in places people want to live.
“These are steps in the right direction, but more needs to be done to address our housing and climate crises.”
