Repeal of water pollution rules won’t solve England’s housing crisis, say developers

Developers welcome end to rules but say amending levelling up bill risks months of delays

Michael Gove's plan to repeal water pollution rules in an attempt to kickstart housebuilding will not solve England's housing crisis, developers have warned, thanks to delays in implementation and other planning burdens.

The housing secretary announced on Tuesday he intends to remove the regulations regarding nutrient levels in rivers, prompting outrage from green groups but relief from housebuilders, whose shares promptly rose.