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?
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£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.
Australian Coalition's Housing Policy Launched During Heatwave
Australia's opposition Coalition reveals its housing strategy as the nation battles extreme heat and bushfires. Get the latest on the policy details and the severe weather warnings impacting multiple states.
Canada Water affordable housing cut from 35% to 3%
Sadiq Khan to decide on future of multi-billion pound Canada Water Masterplan after developer British Land seeks drastic affordable housing reduction. Read the latest.
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.
London's 'Least Happy' Borough Revealed in 2025 Index
The Rightmove Happy at Home Index 2025 reveals Barking and Dagenham as London's least happy borough. Discover the full ranking and why the area is fighting back.
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.
Four arrested in East Sussex terror investigation
Three men and a woman have been detained in Eastbourne and Brighton by counter-terrorism police. Discover the latest on this planned operation.
Mitcham's 626-home gasworks scheme has no affordable housing
Merton Council approves final plans for 626 homes at Mitcham Gasworks, but the 'largest development for a generation' will have no affordable units. Developers cite viability issues.
Mouse infestation crisis in South London housing block
Residents of Denmark Gardens in Carshalton report a severe, persistent mouse infestation, with dead mice found in children's toy boxes. Sutton Housing Partnership faces criticism over its response.
Majority of Young Londoners Consider Leaving Capital
A new poll reveals 54% of young Londoners have thought about moving out. Discover the driving forces behind this potential exodus and what it means for the city's future.
UN Accuses L&Q of Systemic Housing Failures
UN experts accuse housing giant L&Q of failing tenants' human rights after a disabled man endured four ceiling collapses and severe damp in his London flat. Read the shocking details.
Blackwall Tunnel closure causes heavy East London delays
Structural repairs force Blackwall Tunnel southbound closure until Monday, December 1, causing severe delays across Limehouse, Poplar and Royal Docks. Plan your journey now.
Liverpool community battles to save housing dream
The Eldonian village in Liverpool, once hailed as a community housing utopia, faces a governance crisis after assets were transferred offshore. Residents fight to reclaim their dream.
Kingston Council to buy 150 homes with £63m loan
Kingston Council will borrow £63.1 million to purchase 150 homes, moving families from expensive temporary accommodation into secure housing and slashing long-term costs.
East London Christmas bin strikes announced
Refuse workers in Waltham Forest announce 13 days of Christmas strikes in a dispute over pay. Discover the dates and how households will be affected.
Rye: A Top Winter Day Trip from London
Discover the quaint East Sussex town of Rye, crowned one of the best winter day trips from London. Explore its cosy pubs, medieval streets, and rich history. Plan your perfect getaway now!
63 new affordable flats approved for Lewisham police station
Lewisham councillors have unanimously approved plans to convert the former Catford Police Station into 63 new affordable homes. The resident-led Phoenix Community Housing will deliver the 100% affordable scheme.
Ceiling collapse after council's 10 failed leak fixes
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.
Lost London Underground station 50 miles out
Discover Verney Junction, the lost London Underground station that was a perfect day trip destination. Explore its history and why it closed. Uncover more forgotten transport links!
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.
£2.5bn Riverside Neighbourhood for East London
A massive £2.5 billion development with over 5,000 homes is coming to the Royal Docks, transforming London's riverside. Discover the new green spaces and affordable housing.
Over 200 council homes for Battersea Power Station
Wandsworth Council partners with developers to build 203 council homes at Battersea Power Station, boosting affordable housing to 15%. A major step in tackling London's housing crisis.
Australian Mortgage Costs Double Amid Housing Crisis
Australian households now spend 45% of income on mortgages, up from 26% in 2020 as home values surge 50%. Essential reading for property market insights.
Lambeth to send homeless families beyond South East
Lambeth Council reveals most homeless families will be placed outside London due to unsustainable financial pressures and housing shortages. Read the full story.
London Social Housing Wait List Hits 341,421
New data reveals over 341,000 London households are on the social housing wait list. Shelter blames government failure to build affordable homes. Discover the full story.
London pub bans kids after 6pm over 'creche' complaints
The William The Fourth in Leyton introduces an adults-only policy from 6pm after customer feedback about unsupervised children. Discover the new rules and the pub's family-friendly daytime hours.
Housing crisis deepens as building costs soar
England's housebuilding crisis worsens as developers face 'jaws of death' between rising costs and stagnant prices. Can the government's 1.5 million homes target be saved?
Croydon tenants suffer winter with no heating and leaks
Residents of College Green in Croydon report years of neglect, including effluent leaks and no heating. The council has now promised a proper repair programme. Read their stories.
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