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“We need find the space to build more affordable homes in the city. That involves a number of different policy responses. For example, I've spoken about the need to rethink the greenbelt - the protected land around the edge of London that was originally intended to be protected and retained as an area of natural beauty but in many cases is neither natural nor beautiful.”

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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