Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s ‘State of the Nation’ speech highlights crucial areas where Rentplus can play a pivotal role to deliver the government’s vision of supporting ordinary working people.
As an organisation dedicated to providing affordable housing solutions for lower/middle-income families, Rentplus aligns closely with the PM’s emphasis on building 1.5M new homes and creating a planning system fit for the future.
The commitment to accelerating planning decisions is particularly welcome, as a streamlined, efficient planning system is essential for enabling Rentplus and other partners to deliver high-quality affordable homes at the scale required. For too long, delays in planning have hampered efforts to address the housing crisis, and the government’s focus on cutting through these delays represents a significant step forward.
Moreover, Rentplus is uniquely positioned to help realise the government’s ambition of making home ownership a reality for those often described as the “forgotten middle.”
These are the very people – our nurses, teachers, firefighters, and small business owners – who form the backbone of communities but often find themselves priced out of the housing market. Rentplus’s innovative rent-to-buy model offers a pathway to homeownership for those who are working hard yet struggling to save a deposit. This model directly supports the PM’s vision of ensuring that “everyone has a stake” in our country and benefits from economic growth.
As the government focuses on creating jobs and fostering economic growth, Rentplus also emphasises the importance of investing in communities. By providing secure, affordable housing options, we not only help families achieve their homeownership dreams but also contribute to the stability and sustainability of local economies. When people have secure homes, they can invest more in their communities, support local businesses, and engage in civic life – all of which are essential for building strong, resilient places.
The Prime Minister’s mention of “Great British Energy” and the focus on clean energy and infrastructure is another area where Rentplus can contribute. By partnering with local authorities and developers, Rentplus can ensure that the homes we provide are not only affordable but also energy-efficient, helping to reduce utility bills for families and contributing to the government’s environmental goals.
Furthermore, the commitment to working with partners across sectors resonates with Rentplus’s collaborative approach. We believe that solving the housing crisis requires a collective effort – one that involves the government, local authorities, housing associations, and private sector partners. Together, we can deliver the high-quality, affordable homes that are desperately needed by the forgotten middle.
As the government takes the necessary steps to “fix the foundations” of the country, Rentplus stands ready to support these efforts by continuing to provide innovative housing solutions that work for ordinary working people.
We are committed to helping families achieve the security and stability that homeownership brings, ensuring that no one is left behind as we build a brighter future for all.
Rentplus welcomes the Prime Minister’s focus on growth, community investment, and the creation of a planning system that supports development. By working together, we can deliver on the promise of homeownership for the hardworking families that keep our communities thriving.
