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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Labour's £26bn budget sparks manifesto breach accusations
Keir Starmer's government faces backlash after £26bn budget U-turns on employment rights pledge. Analysis reveals manifesto breaches and growing discontent among Labour backbenchers.
Woman gets life ban from Devon for family harassment
Nicoline Julius, 54, has been jailed for two years and banned from Devon for life after a relentless harassment campaign against a Teignmouth family. Read the full court details.
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.
Police trainee banned for leaking data to drug dealer
Maryam Ilyas, 20, permanently barred from policing after sharing confidential information with her drug dealer boyfriend. West Yorkshire Police misconduct hearing reveals repeated data breaches.
Budget leak investigation launched by OBR chair
OBR chair Richard Hughes expresses mortification over budget document leak 45 minutes early. Former cybersecurity chief Ciaran Martin to lead investigation into security breach.
Cyber expert: London council attack 'serious breach'
Security expert warns cyber attack on Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster councils could be far more serious than revealed, with ICO involvement suggesting data loss. Critical services affected.
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.
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.
Cyber attack disrupts two major London councils
Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster City Council hit by a major cyber attack, disrupting services for 360,000 residents. Emergency plans are now in effect.
Harry & Celebrities Sue Daily Mail Over Privacy Breaches
Prince Harry and six high-profile figures are taking Associated Newspapers to the High Court over alleged phone hacking and gross privacy breaches. Discover the full story.
London councils hit by major cyber attack
Multiple London councils face a serious cyber attack with residents' data potentially compromised. Discover the latest on the investigation and what it means for you.
Cyber attacks hit several London councils
Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea councils are investigating serious IT breaches with the National Cyber Security Centre. Contact services are disrupted. Stay informed.
London Councils Targeted in Major Cyber Security Attack
Multiple London councils including Westminster face significant cyber threats with systems potentially down until weekend. Staff warned of phishing attacks as services disrupted.
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.
Men arrested after runway dash at German airport
Shocking footage shows two passengers sprinting across an active runway in a desperate attempt to board their Wizz Air flight to Bucharest. Read the full story of the incident that led to their arrest.
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.
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.
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