UK Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has announced the withdrawal of the government's review of the London Plan for housing to take a “partnership approach” to enhance housebuilding in the UK capital. 

The previous secretary of state had instructed the city's mayor Sadiq Khan in March this year to partially review the London Plan, which outlines the city's developmental strategy.  

However, Rayner has reversed this directive, emphasising the necessity for London to meet its housing needs. 

In her correspondence with the mayor, Rayner expressed her understanding of the challenges faced by London and pledged to work alongside the mayor to maximise housing delivery.  

This move is set to foster a cooperative relationship between the government and the Greater London Authority (GLA) to address the housing crisis effectively. 

Rayner said: “I know mayor Sadiq Khan shares my commitment to tackle the housing crisis and boost economic growth to deliver real opportunities for Londoners. 

“Our new approach will take more fundamental action and focus on a partnership approach to build the housing that London needs and unlock the city’s economic potential.” 

The National Planning Policy Framework's proposed amendments indicate that London is tasked with constructing approximately 80,000 new homes annually.  

Both the government and the mayor aim to ensure the fulfilment of these housing targets, which will include reforms to the planning system. 

The UK Ministry of Housing is set to collaborate with Homes England through the New Homes Accelerator to expedite the creation of housing.  

Additionally, London will benefit from the £150m ($200.08m) Brownfield, Infrastructure and Land Fund.  

This initiative is part of a broader effort to construct 1.5 million homes over the next five years by reforming the planning system and reinstating compulsory local housing targets nationwide.