Residents I've spoken to whilst out campaigning are particularly concerned about the lack of affordable housing available.
However, while people recognise houses need to be built, it is really important that these houses are built with careful consideration - appropriate infrastructure and transport links need to be considered, and green spaces need to be protected for future generations. These houses also need to take into account the needs of people who want to live there, rather than just being treated as an overspill for neighbouring cities.
As Conservatives, we are the party of aspiration, and of home ownership - so it is really important that we give younger generations the opportunity to buy homes, and build futures for themselves, whilst conserving green spaces and quality of life for residents.
I take a lot of comfort from the fact that well-run Conservative local councils are focused on identifying brownfield sites and protecting our green spaces, but know that it is important for Parliamentarians to support appropriate local planning and the hard work of local councillors.
