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Smoking ban exception for crack use considered in Scotland

Scottish ministers are weighing a change to the public smoking ban to allow crack cocaine use in supervised facilities in Glasgow and Edinburgh, responding to a surge in users switching from heroin. Read the full story.

London council plans £90 weekly rent rise for TA tenants

Westminster City Council proposes a £90 weekly rent increase for 352 temporary accommodation households from February 2026 to tackle a £12.5m budget overspend. Over 90% of residents will be protected by housing benefit.

Driverless Glasgow Subway Trains Coming in 2026

Glasgow's historic subway system is set for a revolutionary upgrade, with autonomous trains rolling out in late 2026. Discover the safety features and what it means for passengers.

'Evil Jesus' murder plotter detained indefinitely

Martin Ready, who believed he was 'evil Jesus', plotted to kill a prosecutor on the dark web. A judge has ordered his indefinite detention in a secure mental health facility. Read the full story.

Four-week lift failure traps elderly in West London

Elderly and disabled residents in a Notting Hill estate have been stranded for four weeks due to a broken lift, with some forced to crawl downstairs. Kensington and Chelsea Council cites a cyber attack for delayed repairs.

EU Plans Crackdown on Airbnb-Style Rentals

The European Commission unveils its first-ever affordable housing plan, targeting short-term lets and speculation. Barcelona's 2028 rental ban faces legal challenge.

Social housing failing those in greatest need

A decade-old warning about the slow death of social housing is now a reality. New reports reveal the system is failing its core purpose: to house the poorest. What's the future?

£151m approved to fix London housing estates

The City of London Corporation has approved over £151 million to refurbish its housing estates. The 10-year plan aims to tackle issues like damp, mould, and disrepair in homes across the capital.

London cuts affordable housing requirement to 20%

Deputy Mayor admits GLA 'never wanted' to slash developer affordability rules from 35% to 20%, citing a 'perfect storm' of economic challenges. Discover the details of the emergency deal.

Record 172,000 children in England's temporary housing

Official figures reveal an 8.2% annual rise in children living in temporary accommodation in England. The Guardian is seeking to hear from affected UK parents about the impact on family life and education.

Readers' Best Photographs: A Global Snapshot

Explore a stunning collection of Guardian readers' best photographs from around the world, featuring a stylish Parisian dog, a poised pigeon in Glasgow, and the Northern Lights in Iceland. Click to see the full gallery.

London Social Housing Decency Crisis Worsens

The percentage of non-decent homes managed by City of London Corporation has surged from 9.6% to 17.6% in just one year. Discover the causes and £110m improvement plan.

42 UK cities unaffordable for middle class

A new report reveals 42 of 47 UK cities are now unaffordable for lower-middle-income households, highlighting a severe housing crisis with London and Oxford worst hit. Discover the full impact.

Sir Alex Ferguson Backs 150 GCU Scholarships

Sir Alex Ferguson helps launch 150 scholarships for disadvantaged students at Glasgow Caledonian University, continuing his decade-long support that has raised over £11m.

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