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Coventry and region set for 3,000 new social homes

The West Midlands will see a major increase in affordable housing following a significant government funding allocation.

By The TEA Editorial Desk · 30 August 2026

Image accompanying Coventry and region set for 3,000 new social homes Image: BBCOriginal source

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The government has awarded the West Midlands £409 million to accelerate the development of more than 3,000 social and affordable homes.

The regional mayor has confirmed that these funds will be integrated into local strategies to address the housing shortage across the area.

This article is based on reporting published by BBC. The original is linked with this story.