Families in Portsmouth and beyond struggle with housing crisis amid government targets
Families across England, particularly in Portsmouth, face a severe housing crisis, with many living in temporary accommodations and unable to afford rising rents. Local authorities are challenged to meet ambitious government targets for new homes. Portsmouth’s council leader, Steve Pitt, calls the targets ‘stupid and arbitrary’ due to geographical constraints. Young families express despair over their housing situations, seeking stability for their children. The government has pledged to build 1.5 million new homes but faces criticism for not adequately addressing affordability.