So far the industry is keen to make friends with the new housing minister, but his localism agenda could turn them into enemies

The appointment of new housing minister Grant Shapps has been warmly welcomed by the housing industry. Twas ever thus.

Trade bodies always welcome the announcement of new ministers, because even if they disagree with everything they鈥檝e ever said, written, thought, or even considered thinking, there鈥檚 no point making them your enemy.

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