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Shabana Mahmood said "building alone is not enough" to fix the crisis.
The deputy PM protested against a housing development in 2017 but now wants to build 1.5m more homes.
The current series of MasterChef: The Professionals is still airing as planned.
Gregg Wallace has stepped away from the show while production company Banijay UK investigates past complaints made to the BBC about his conduct.
"Whilst these are historical allegations, incidences brought to our attention where these expectations are not met, are thoroughly investigated and addressed appropriately..."
Helen Whately quickly admitted she "may have said the wrong word".
"When I wrote the show, I did it with him in mind, never thinking for a second we would manage to land him..."
"It really is a lifelong dream come true..."
"It’s time for me to step away from the very early mornings and focus on family..."
The former England striker has spoken out about his decision to step down as host of Match Of The Day.
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