Cambridge

Controversy surrounds the government’s recent announcement to build a ‘new urban quarter’ in Cambridge as part of its ambitious target to create one million new homes. While the proposal aims to supercharge the city as Europe’s science capital, concerns have been raised by local MP Anthony Browne, who staunchly opposes the plans due to a severe water shortage in the area. With Cambridge already boasting high levels of housebuilding and plans for significant expansion, the water crisis poses a critical challenge to the feasibility of the new development.