PRESS RELEASE : Labour’s housing shortage hitting renters in Wales [November 2022]

The press release issued by the Welsh Conservatives on 14 November 2022.

Commenting on the news that renters in Cardiff are being hit hard by soaring rents as a result of the housing shortage, Shadow Minister for Housing, Janet Finch-Saunders MS said:

“Once again, we are seeing the devastating impact of a quarter of a century of Labour run Wales.

“Let’s not forget that this is a housing crisis of Labour’s own making with fewer than 6,000 houses being completed per year before the pandemic, less than half the number required.  

“Rather than focus on issues that matter to hard working people, Labour ministers have wasted time and effort on vanity projects and the relentless scapegoating of landlords. This must end.

“Labour need to act fast and get a grip on their housing crisis in Wales, ensuring there is sufficient housing stock for families across Wales and end their relentless attacks on landlords and second homeowners.”