From Salford to Shanghai: Cities taking control of housing
Apr 16, 2026
A major new international study led by The University of Manchester has revealed how policymakers around the world are becoming far more active in constructing affordable housing. Drawing on evidence from cities including Salford, Shanghai, Nairobi and Paris, the research shows how governments are s
tepping in where private markets have failed—reshaping housing systems, markets and state institutions in the process. The findings are published in the journal Urban Studies. ...read more read less