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Housing, wealth and inheritance

England is now the most difficult place to find a home in the developed world. Why, and what can be done about it?

A close-up view of a beige house with a sloped roof and windows, surrounded by taller buildings. — This quaint home features a sloped roof and inviting windows, nestled among larger structures.

Rory Coulter from University College London and David Sturrock from the Institute for Fiscal Studies join Catherne to talk about housing, wealth and inheritance – what does research tell us, and what does it mean for government policy?

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Barriers to opportunity for children and young people

One of the government’s five missions, outlined in 2025, is to Break Down Barriers to Opportunity. The aim is to weaken the links between background and destiny – as Bridget Phillipson, Secretary of State for Education and Minister for Women and Equalities, says: “Life shouldn’t come down to luck”. Understanding Society’s Insights report for this

16 Jul 2026

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