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Harold Wilson housing campaign
Harold Wilson, as leader of the Opposition in September 1963 pictured opening the five thousandth flat to be built in the borough of St. Pancras since 1945. In a speech he made there, he said that the provision of housing at rents which could be afforded by tenants, was the first social priority facing the nation
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In this historic photograph, Harold Wilson, the British Labour Party leader, is seen opening the five thousandth flat built in the borough of St. Pancras since 1945. The event took place in September 1963, and Wilson's speech at the occasion underscored the significance of affordable housing as the nation's first social priority. Wilson's Labour Party had long advocated for a comprehensive housing policy to address the acute shortage of affordable accommodation, particularly in the aftermath of World War II. The party's post-war manifestos had emphasized the need to build houses that could be afforded by tenants, recognizing the importance of a stable and secure living environment for the nation's citizens. The five thousandth flat was a tangible symbol of the Labour Party's commitment to this cause. Wilson's speech at the opening ceremony underscored the importance of this achievement, stating that "the provision of housing at rents which can be afforded by tenants, is the first social priority facing the nation." The photograph captures a pivotal moment in British political history, as Wilson and his Labour Party sought to implement their housing policies and address the pressing social needs of the time. The image serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of affordable housing as a key component of social welfare and economic development. Harold Wilson's leadership during this period marked a turning point in British housing policy, as his government went on to build over a million homes in the following years. This photograph, therefore, represents not only a significant moment in the history of the Labour Party but also a crucial chapter in the history of social housing in the United Kingdom.
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