Houses discounted by 30% for first-time buyers go on sale under new Government scheme - but expert says it won't supply demand

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Get the latest property market news straight to your inbox Houses with 'locked-in' 30 per cent discounts for first-time buyers are due to go on the market - with councils able to prioritise front-line workers looking to get on the property ladder.

The debut batch of properties as part of the 'First Homes' scheme were set to be put up for sale on Friday, with Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick visiting the East Midlands site to mark the start of the 'route for first-time buyers to stay in their local areas' in the face of soaring house prices.

The discounted homes will be available to first-time buyers for almost a third off compared with the market price, the Ministry of Housing said.