Why the focus of stimulus plans has to be construction that puts social housing first

<https://theconversation.com/why-the-focus-of-stimulus-plans-has-to-be-construction-that-puts-social-housing-first-136519>

"What sort of construction projects should the government consider for a
stimulus package? While the response so far has been to focus on
“fast-tracking” infrastructure, the current crisis has highlighted a
number of pressing social needs. Various aspects of social housing top
the list:

1. Housing to reduce the number of people living in precarious private
rentals. A substantial program to increase the stock of social housing
would be a great legacy.

2. Housing for people who are homeless. They will not be able to go on
living in hotels once the lockdown ends.

3. Affordable housing for workers in health, emergency services,
education and retail who cannot afford to live close to the communities
they provide vital support to. It turns out they are essential workers,
some of the most important people in Australia, so we need to look after
them."

Cheers,
        *** Xanni ***
--
mailto:xanni@xanadu.net                   Andrew Pam
http://www.xanadu.com.au/                 Chief Scientist, Xanadu
http://www.glasswings.com.au/             Partner, Glass Wings
http://www.sericyb.com.au/                Manager, Serious Cybernetics