The number of homes for sale in the UK has reached its highest point in over eight years, according to Zoopla. London leads with a 16% surge. Discover the latest market insights and pricing advice for sellers.
The City of London Corporation has requested Government permission to transfer funds to fix its social housing, warning of potential health and safety breaches. Discover the details of the financial crisis.
Donald Trump's proposed ban on institutional US home buying could see major investors like Blackstone pivot to the UK, raising fears of a deepening housing crisis. Experts warn of rising rents and corner-cutting.
Southwark Council announces a 4.8% rent rise for social tenants from April 2026, citing government policy and financial pressures. Learn how this affects service charges and supported housing.
A West London family pleads for rehousing as a hospital consultant warns their damp, cold flat puts their daughter at risk of a life-threatening asthma attack. The council disputes the findings.
New home construction in London has collapsed to its lowest level since 1946, with just 4,170 starts last year. Explore the data, the government's failed promises, and the severe consequences for the capital.
Victoria's government has enacted the biggest planning overhaul in decades, slashing approval times and boosting density. But rising costs and heritage rules threaten progress.
Westminster City Council mandates 70% social rent in new developments, but property experts warn the policy could backfire and reduce overall housing supply. Read the full analysis.
A new report urges the Labour government to launch a mass purchase of rental properties from private landlords. Could this bold policy fix Britain's housing crisis? Read the full analysis.
As living costs soar, more Britons are becoming 'friendlords' - renting to pals. But blurred lines can lead to feuds, unfair evictions, and broken friendships. Discover the risks and how to protect yourself.
A London Assembly Member calls for the capital's £51bn pension pool to increase investment in affordable housing, potentially unlocking thousands of new homes and tackling the housing crisis.
The FTSE 100 index has broken the 10,000-point barrier for the first time. We examine why Chancellor Rachel Reeves and the London Stock Exchange missed a key chance to promote investing to the British public.
A quarter of HMOs in England are illegal, creating squalid conditions and a public health emergency costing the NHS £1.4bn. Discover the grassroots fightback.
Charities warn of a sharp rise in older people facing homelessness due to high rents and a lack of social housing. Experts call for urgent government action to protect vulnerable pensioners.
The UK's blue-chip FTSE 100 index has surged past 10,000 points, marking a stellar year with over 20% growth. Discover the drivers behind this historic rally and what it means for investors.
The UK's FTSE 100 index has smashed through the 10,000 points level for the first time ever. Chancellor Rachel Reeves's new policies are credited with fuelling the landmark rally. Discover what this means for investors.
The FTSE 100 index surged past the 10,000 point milestone on the first trading day of 2026, driven by strong gains from Rolls-Royce and Fresnillo. Discover the top performers and market outlook.
Up to 400 homes in central Blackpool will be bulldozed next summer under a £90m levelling up scheme, displacing hundreds of vulnerable residents. Critics call it a 'mass dispersion'. Read the full story.
US stock markets defied a year of political and economic upheaval to finish 2025 near record levels, buoyed by a relentless tech rally. Discover the key drivers and what lies ahead for investors.
Senior planners and experts warn the government's new towns drive lacks ambition on affordable homes. They argue revitalising existing communities offers a faster, more sustainable solution to the housing crisis.
The UK's FTSE 100 index surged 21.5% in 2025, its strongest annual performance in 16 years, outperforming major US and European markets. Discover the key drivers behind this remarkable rally.
The FTSE 100 index has recorded its strongest annual gain since the 2009 financial crisis, surging over 31% in 2025. Discover the key drivers behind this historic rally and what it means for investors.
London's FTSE 100 index surged over 20% in 2025, its strongest performance in 16 years. Discover how share buybacks and key sectors like defence and mining powered the rally.
Brent Council anticipates a surge in construction for 2026, delivering thousands of new homes, including a landmark 45-storey tower in Wembley and the restart of the South Kilburn regeneration. Discover the key projects shaping the borough.
A year-long investigation exposes London's housing crisis: tenants living with rats, no toilets for a decade, and councils failing to act. Read the shocking human stories.
Barking and Dagenham Council is repossessing homes after discovering tenants illegally renting them on Airbnb. The council faces hurdles as the platform withholds key details.
New data reveals London's severe construction skills shortage is delaying new builds and forcing buyers to older homes. Discover the impact on the capital's housing targets.
MyLondon's Broken Homes campaign gains cross-party support, demanding a distance cap on temporary housing, urgent lift repairs, and an end to council bidding wars. Sign our petition.
A Guardian investigation reveals how unregulated 'exempt' housing in Birmingham is failing vulnerable residents. In Selly Park, 42% of properties are now such homes, with 30,000 units city-wide. Read the full report.
Vulnerable people in England remain in dangerous 'exempt' accommodation as government delays implementing 2022 law. Charities warn of deaths and exploitation. Read the urgent call for action.