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News – August 2012

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1 in 5 delay having children due to cost of housing 

28 Aug 2012

New figures show dramatic increase in 31-44 year olds waiting to start a family.

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House building starts fall by 24% 

16 Aug 2012

New figures show significant drop in new homes started in the last year.

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