Charlie Le Noury

Jersey’s housing minister is considering expanding the shared‑equity First Step scheme to help homeowners move within the property market amid concerns about difficulty selling smaller homes. Estate agents report market disruption attributed to new Andium developments, while residents say stagnant chains are limiting movement. Data shows a coming housing shortfall, though not accounting for new builds. Andium rejects claims it has broken market chains, arguing its Homebuy scheme supports buyers unable to afford open‑market homes. The minister argues that encouraging mobility and allowing shared‑equity use for subsequent purchases could strengthen the housing market.