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“It is almost impossible to open a newspaper without reading something about the London housing market. House prices are rising at such a rate that the vast majority of Londoners can't afford to buy, are being forced out of the boroughs they grew up in, or in the worst cases, are being made homeless. If nothing is done, people will continue to be driven out of the city and London will cease to be a hub for creativity and entrepreneurship.”

Quote by David Lammy

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David Lammy is a prominent British politician born on July 19, 1972. He has served as a Member of Parliament in the UK House of Commons and held various positions in government, known for his contributions in the fields of education and justice. more

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