Simon Clarke: Conservative's understand the moral and political power of homeownership

Simon Clarke: Conservative's understand the moral and political power of homeownership

Sir Simon Clarke is Director of Onward and served as Conservative Chief Secretary to the Treasury and as Secretary of State for Levelling Up.  From Baldwin to Thatcher, successive leaders grasped that giving people a stake in society meant giving them a stake in the ground beneath their feet. A home of one’s own was more than just a roof—it was an identity, a vote of confidence in the future, and a silent but powerful alignment with the values o…

Growth & Jobs | From a one-bedroom rental to homeownership

FOR MANY, homeownership is more than just having a place to live; it represents stability and the chance to build a secure future. For Maria Thomas*, a single mother and healthcare worker, securing a home was about creating stability for her two...