MHK says government should be further along in Island Plan target
An MHK says progress made to tackle the Island's shortage of housing should be further along.
A recent update to the Island Plan showed 800 homes have been given planning permission during the current administration.
Ensuring everyone has access to housing was one of the priorities set out by this government.
But, Ramsey member Lawrie Hooper says planning approval doesn't always lead to properties being built:
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