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Chief Minister: Progress has been made, but more to do for Island's housing challenges

Monday, 5 February 2024 06:31

During the 2021 General Election, housing was at the top of the list of issues in most constituencies

The chief minister says his administration has taken great strides in tackling the Island's housing crisis, but admits there's still more to do.

During the 2021 General Election, housing was at the top of the list of issues in most constituencies.

When Alf Cannan first laid out his Island Plan upon being elected chief minister, he said it was one of his top priorities.

Halfway through his administration, Mr Cannan believes progress to tackle the issue is going well:

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