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'We just gave up hope of getting a mortgage'

Nearly eight out of 10 families across England are unable to afford newly built homes in their local area, a report by housing charity Shelter says.
Its research shows rising house prices hitting all parts of the country, not just London and the south-east.
Ministers agree the system is broken and want to make housing affordable.
Joanna Gosling discussed the issue with a panel of guests including Beth Thomas who fears she will never be able to afford to buy a home.

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