John Boughton
John Boughton is a historian and writer specializing in public housing and social policy.
He maintains the Municipal Dreams blog, which explores the history of council estates across the UK. John Boughton's work focuses on the social and political aspects of housing, particularly the role of state intervention in providing homes for citizens.
His research covers the development of council housing from its early 20th-century origins through to contemporary challenges.
Boughton is known for his passionate advocacy of public housing and his critical analysis of policies that have led to its decline.
His writing combines historical detail with commentary on current housing issues.
