Rising construction costs and escalating tensions in the Middle East are putting pressure on a central government commitment, according to the housing secretary, raising concerns over its feasibility. The combination of economic challenges and geopolitical instability could force a reassessment of plans to deliver on a key electoral promise. With inflation and conflict disrupting supply chains and labor availability, officials are reportedly weighing how to mitigate the risks. The situation highlights the delicate balance between policy ambitions and real-world constraints.
High construction costs and the Iran war are threatening the key manifesto pledge, the housing secretary says.
