A High Court order forces the Home Office to delay evictions for newly recognised refugees at risk of homelessness, extending the move-on period to 56 days. Over 3,000 people are set to benefit this winter.
Camden Council introduces personal 'passports' for homeless individuals to prevent re-traumatisation. The scheme launches as rough sleeping in the borough surges by 26% this year.
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?
A Franciscan sister in London responds to renewed interest in religious life, detailing her work in soup kitchens, homeless shelters and providing medical aid on the streets.
A Kentish Town off-licence owner faces losing his premises licence after police found illegal tobacco hidden in a lollipop holder and staff sold alcohol to a minor. Read the full investigation details.
A North London mother received £5,250 compensation after Brent Council's errors left her and her children without a home for over a year. Read the full Ombudsman report.
The Guardian and Observer's 2025 charity appeal launches, supporting four UK partners tackling poverty, homelessness, and social isolation. Discover how you can help.
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.
A journalist reflects on meeting a homeless 13-year-old boy, Craig, and the systemic failures in UK criminal justice, mental health and probation that led to tragedy.
Richmond upon Thames and Camden have secured podium spots in Rightmove's 2025 'Happy at Home' index. Discover why these London areas topped the list for their green spaces and vibrant atmosphere.
Camden Council reveals designs for a £55m 'liveable neighbourhood' in Holborn, featuring new cycle lanes, traffic restrictions, and green spaces. Public feedback is now open.
A Lewisham tenant faces court after a homelessness charity served a Section 21 notice. Kim Mansell disputes £1,885 arrears, claiming the charity aims to raise rent before new laws. Read the full story.
Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils have spent £633m on rent-to-rent schemes since 2020 as housing crisis deepens. Discover how middlemen profit from desperate local authorities.
A derelict Camden house filled with rubbish is on sale for £925,000. Discover why this prime London property is a developer's dream despite its shocking condition.
A North London man's ceiling collapsed after Camden Council failed over 10 times to fix a leak. The Housing Ombudsman found severe service failures. Read the full investigation.
A £1bn film and TV studio complex, the Camden Film Quarter, is planned for Kentish Town. The project promises world-class facilities and 500 affordable homes, sparking local debate.
Legendary London music venues XOYO and Camden Assembly have been acquired by Propaganda Independent Venues, marking a return to UK ownership and a boost for grassroots music. Discover the plans for these iconic spaces.
New data reveals the San Francisco Bay Area's poverty rate surged to 16.3% in 2023, with 1.02 million residents now living in poverty. Discover how the cost of living crisis is affecting California.
Alicia and her six-year-old son Aeon have been trapped in unsafe temporary housing for years, highlighting England's growing homelessness crisis. Discover their story and how to help.
Islington Council's homelessness budget soared from £5m to £15m in one year as temporary accommodation demand spikes. Discover how the borough is tackling London's housing crisis.
Camden Council proposes Dutch-style cycle junction after 15 crashes in 5 years. Local traders fear business impact while cyclists welcome safety improvements. Have your say in the consultation.
Camden Council unveils a 'once-in-century' plan to transform Euston with 2,500 new homes, 34,000 jobs, and a £41 billion economic boost by 2053. Discover the vision.
A Cardiff couple invited a homeless man for Christmas dinner in 1975. He stayed for 45 years, becoming family. Read this extraordinary story of kindness.
TV presenter Gail Porter reveals she avoided Hampstead Heath for years after experiencing homelessness there. She now fronts the Samaritans' winter campaign to help others in crisis.
In Newport, Middlesbrough, six out of seven children grow up in poverty. Families and local services demand the two-child benefit cap be scrapped as the government prepares a new strategy.
A planning application has been submitted for a £1 billion film and TV hub in Kentish Town, set to create studios, homes and green spaces. Discover how this London suburb could transform.
Camden Council approves ambitious 25-year, £18 million restoration plan for London's historic Highgate Cemetery, protecting graves of Karl Marx and George Michael while enhancing biodiversity.
Plans for a £1 billion film-making neighbourhood in Camden have been officially submitted, featuring vertical studios, 500 homes, and education facilities. Discover how this will transform London's creative scene.
As homelessness becomes impossible to ignore, Labour faces pressure to deliver solutions. Discover the government's new approach to Britain's growing crisis.
BTP officer Adrian Young receives community order for putting 15-year-old girl in headlock at Camden Road station. Full details of the sentencing and police response.