The Government has announced several housing measures, including the Your First Home Scheme, which aims to help 70,000 people achieve homeownership

A Hampshire housebuilder has welcomed the Government’s commitment to improving housing affordability and helping more first-time buyers onto the property ladder, following this week's Budget announcement.

Barratt David Wilson Homes is currently building new homes at Pebble Walk on Hayling Island and Forest Walk in Whiteley.

As part of the Budget announcements on Wednesday , the Government announced several housing measures, covering first time buyers, affordable housing, and supporting the delivery of new-build homes.

Measures included the Your First Home Scheme, which aims to help 70,000 people achieve homeownership, alongside an additional £1.5bn for social and affordable housing to support the delivery of 10,000 homes across England.

Rob Hart, divisional MD at Barratt David Wilson Homes said: “We welcome measures that can help turn the aspiration of homeownership into a reality for more people. We look forward to seeing how these commitments translate into practical support for buyers and help sustain the delivery of new homes in our region.”