HOUSING

Councils to set priorities for First Homes scheme

Councils will be able to set a ‘local connection test’ to give priority to people such as key workers.

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By Martin Ford | 04 June 2021

The Government has launched its ‘First Homes' scheme for first-time buyers.

Homes will be available at a discount of at least 30% compared to the market price, which will be passed on to future first-time buyers of the property.

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