Reform says it will prioritise British-born young workers for social housing
Reform UK has proposed a policy to prioritize British-born workers under 35 for social housing if they enter government. The plan has drawn sharp criticism from the Labour Party, which labeled the proposal as divisive and unworkable.
Why it matters
Housing policy is a central issue in UK politics, and this proposal highlights the ongoing debate regarding immigration and resource allocation.
Image source, PA News By Henry Moore Published 23 August 2026 Reform UK has said it will prioritise British-born workers under 35 when allocating social housing if it were to enter government.
Deputy leader Richard Tice will set out plans to build 50,000 affordable social homes a year in a news conference on Monday, a policy which the party claims will require no new taxes or borrowing.
On top of British-born workers, former military service personnel and married couples with children will also be prioritised, Reform said.
A Labour spokesperson called the plans "unserious and unworkable" and accused Reform of pushing "gimmicks and division" with plans that "go after long-term UK residents that have contributed to our country".
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