Hazel Davies says the problem is one of affordability and accessibility, not actual physical supply; Helena Forsyth says the focus should be on underoccupied and empty homes. Plus a letter from Prof Jem Poster

Nimbys are constantly portrayed as selfish old fogeys; resistant to change; concerned only for house prices. Yimbys, according to your article, are ambitious, socially concerned, young go-aheads (‘The moment has come’: pro-building Labour yimbys are set to raise the roof, 15 September).

There are many alternative points to be made. Public discussion centres on the assumption that building more houses will make home ownership more accessible, in the belief that increased supply to meet demand will bring prices down. This is wishful and simplistic thinking.