Matthew Pennycook MP

The DLR is coming to Thamesmead.

The extension will boost connectivity, unlock the delivery of thousands of new homes, and drive economic growth.

Great news for Greenwich and South East London.

Matthew Pennycook MP and Steve Reed MP visiting Ebbsfleet Garden City.

Good visit to Ebbsfleet Garden City this week to see recent progress on this vital regeneration project and discuss how we can accelerate the build out of new homes and essential infrastructure.

Reforms to the statutory consultee system

The statutory consultee system is not working effectively.

We have today published a consultation on a package of reforms that will ensure it facilitates confident and timely decision making 👇🏻

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We are moving towards a more rules-based planning system.

As part of that shift, the default answer to suitable planning applications within a reasonable walking distance of well-connected stations will be a straightforward “yes”.

Implementing the Renters' Rights Act 2025: Our roadmap for reforming the Private Rented Sector

On 1 May 2026, we will abolish Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions when we switch on the new private rented sector tenancy system.

More details in our roadmap for implementing the Renters’ Rights Act published today 👇🏻

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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:

Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning

We will remember them.

Poppy wreath laid by Matthew Pennycook MP at St George’s Garrison Church, Woolwich.

An honour to take part in this morning’s Service of Remembrance at St George’s Garrison Church, Woolwich.

Lest we forget.

Happy World Town Planning Day for those who celebrate!

Matthew Pennycook MP laying a wreath at the Maze Hill Remembrance Day service.

This weekend we come together to honour the service and sacrifice of those who fought and died for our country.

As ever, a privilege to take part in Remembrance Day services at Maze Hill, St. John's Blackheath, Charlton Village and Charlton cemetery.

We will remember them.

Cutty Sark DLR Station refurbishment: update on progress.

✅ The project continues to run on schedule.
✅ Faulty escalators 1 and 2 have been completely removed.
✅ Manufacturing of the new escalators is complete.
✅ Escalator 3 installation commenced on 4 November.

🏘️We welcome today’s publication of the Social and Affordable Homes Programme prospectuses and the additional £150 million to unlock brownfield land.

Read our reaction in full, and find out more on our website ➡️https://www.cih.org/news/social-and-affordable-homes-programme-prospectuses-published/

Social and Affordable Homes Programme 2026-2036: MHCLG policy statement to accompany guidance to bidders from Homes England and the Greater London Authority

This Labour government is tackling England’s housing crisis by delivering the biggest increase in social and affordable housebuilding in a generation.

Today we’re launching the full details of our new £39 billion Social and Affordable Homes Programme 👇🏻

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The Valley

Gorgeous afternoon for it.

#cafc

It was great to welcome the Minister of State for Housing and Planning @matthewpennycookmp.bsky.social to Knowsley to meet businesses who create housing that is sustainable and energy bill free.

Thanks very much to Hemsec for having us, and to the other people who attended.

This Labour government is committed to strengthening the regulation of managing agents to drive up service standards across the industry.

I have asked Firstport’s Managing Director to meet with me to discuss the significant concerns raised by MPs of all parties.

Labour’s Renters’ Rights Act is here 👇🏻

Labour’s Renters’ Rights Act is here 👇🏻

Labour’s transformational Renters’ Rights Bill has just received Royal Assent – that means it is now an Act of Parliament and the law.

The Act levels decisively the playing field between landlord and tenant and will improve the lives of millions of renters across the country.

This Labour government is determined to drive a transformational and lasting change in the safety and quality of social housing.

Awaab’s Law will empower social tenants to hold their landlords to account and I'm extremely proud that we are bringing it into force today.

Matthew Pennycook MP, Minister of State for Housing and Planning, visits Appleby Blue Almshouse in Southwark in September 2024.

I had the pleasure of visiting this exceptionally-designed building last year and meeting some of its residents. It's a stunning example of how well-designed older people's housing can build connection and reduce loneliness.

Riba Stirling Prize 2025: Appleby Blue Almshouse named Britain's best new building Appleby Blue Almshouse in London wins the Royal Institute of British Architects' Stirling Prize.

I'm delighted that Appleby Blue Almshouse in Southwark has won the prestigious RIBA Stirling Prize.

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The government will continue to press ahead with implementing the 2024 Act and remains unwavering in its commitment to bring the feudal leasehold system to an end in this Parliament.

The reforms that were challenged will make it easier and cheaper for leaseholders to extend their lease or buy their freehold.

Today’s judgement is a resounding victory for millions of leaseholders up and down the country.

🚨 BREAKING 🚨

Following a robust defence from the government, the High Court has comprehensively dismissed challenges brought to the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024.

Matthew Pennycook MP, Minister of State for Housing and Planning, at the Innovate Cambridge Summit with Minister Vallance and Prof Deborah Prentice.

A real pleasure to join Patrick Vallance and Professor Deborah Prentice at the Innovate Cambridge summit this afternoon to discuss sustainable and inclusive growth in Greater Cambridge.

✅ College Approach pavement widening
✅ A new dedicated cycle path on Welland/Thames St
✅ Significant improvements to the Meridian Estate.

Delighted to see this project being taken forward.

Outstanding work @calumobm.bsky.social and @willnorman.co.uk 👏🏻

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After years of inaction and uncertainty, this government is acting to realise the full potential of Greater Cambridge.

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Delivering ambitious and high-quality sustainable growth in Greater Cambridge 👇🏻

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This government is committed to unlocking and accelerating economic growth in Oxford and Oxfordshire.

My sincere thanks to Peers for completing their scrutiny of the Renters’ Rights Bill yesterday.

With no Lords amendments coming back to the Commons, the Bill will soon receive Royal Assent allowing us to transform the experience of private renting for millions of tenants.