Forest Hill Named One of London's Top Living Spots

The leafy South London neighbourhood of Forest Hill has been praised for its independent shops, community spirit and family appeal, earning a prestigious spot in The Times' best places to live list for 2024.

Wadhurst: UK's Best Place to Live Has a Catch

The Sussex commuter town of Wadhurst has been named Britain's best place to live by The Sunday Times, praised for its charm, transport links, and amenities, though its property prices rival London's.

Leasehold Bills Balloon, Leaving Owners Trapped

Leaseholders across England face financial ruin as repair costs skyrocket, with bills jumping from £4,500 to £40,000, making properties unsellable amid delays to Labour's promised reforms.

Southsea: Seaside Town with Cheap Homes Near London

Discover Southsea, a vibrant seaside resort in Hampshire just over two hours from London, where house prices average £282K—nearly £400K less than London—and enjoy its cultural scene, independent shops, and festivals.

Man Saves £20k Living in Converted Minibus

Tim Knight, 37, from Stoke-on-Trent, has saved over £20,000 by living full-time in his converted LDV Maxus minibus since 2022, enjoying outdoor freedom despite family concerns.

Bronx Gas Explosion Kills 1, Injures 14

A gas explosion and fire ripped through a Bronx apartment building during freezing temperatures, leaving one dead and 14 injured as firefighters investigated reports of a gas odour.

14-Year-Old Moved 26 Times: Family's Housing Crisis

Na'Kaya Godfrey, 14, has lived in 26 different homes outside Atlanta. Her family's story highlights the hidden toll of housing insecurity on children in America's deepening affordability crisis.

Family Court Crisis: Experts Demand Custody Reform

Leading experts call for urgent reform of the UK's adversarial family court system, highlighting concerns about parental alienation terminology and advocating for shared parenting models.

Harrow Housing Costs Fuel Child Poverty Rise

Harrow Council sees biggest child poverty increase in London due to soaring housing costs, despite receiving extra funding through government review that now factors in housing expenses.

Farnham Named Among UK's Best Places to Live

The charming Surrey market town of Farnham, just one hour from London, has been celebrated as one of Britain's best places to live, praised for its vibrant community, rich craft heritage, and beautiful surroundings.

Venice's 'Cursed' Palazzo Ca' Dario Seeks Buyer

The historic Palazzo Ca' Dario on Venice's Grand Canal, notorious for legends of misfortune, has been renovated and relisted for sale at €20 million despite its challenging reputation.

Lewisham Approves Care Home for Young Mums

Lewisham Council has unanimously approved plans to convert a house into a care facility for vulnerable young mothers and their babies, providing temporary shelter and support.

Mother and Son Found in Dangerous Garden Shed

A mother and son were discovered living in a hazardous garden shed in North West London, leading to a £5,000 fine for the landlord and enforcement action by Harrow Council.

Thamesmead's 15k-Home 'New Town' Awaits Approval

Plans for a major 15,000-home development at Thamesmead Waterfront in South East London are poised for final government approval this spring, aiming to tackle the capital's housing crisis.

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