Donald Trump's proposed ban on institutional US home buying could see major investors like Blackstone pivot to the UK, raising fears of a deepening housing crisis. Experts warn of rising rents and corner-cutting.
Southwark Council announces a 4.8% rent rise for social tenants from April 2026, citing government policy and financial pressures. Learn how this affects service charges and supported housing.
A West London family pleads for rehousing as a hospital consultant warns their damp, cold flat puts their daughter at risk of a life-threatening asthma attack. The council disputes the findings.
Westminster City Council mandates 70% social rent in new developments, but property experts warn the policy could backfire and reduce overall housing supply. Read the full analysis.
A new report urges the Labour government to launch a mass purchase of rental properties from private landlords. Could this bold policy fix Britain's housing crisis? Read the full analysis.
Emma Truscott ditched rent and bills for a nomadic life, saving £12,000 annually as a full-time house sitter. She reveals her 2025 expenses and why she has no plans to stop.
New analysis warns a proposed ban on upward-only rent reviews could devalue commercial property by 15%, hitting investor confidence. Read the full report.
UK inflation sees an unexpected dip, but soaring electricity prices and rents remain key drivers, accounting for 20% of the annual rise. The Bank of England is unlikely to cut interest rates soon. Read the full analysis.
Actor Mickey Rourke forcefully denies knowledge of a fundraiser for his rent, calling it 'humiliating' and urging fans to get refunds. Full story on the Hollywood controversy.
Actor Mickey Rourke forcefully denies authorising a viral GoFundMe to pay $60k in back rent, calling the campaign 'humiliating'. Read his explosive reaction and the details of the LA eviction case.
Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke, 73, is reportedly facing eviction from his Los Angeles rental property over $60,000 in unpaid rent, following a dramatic physical transformation. Read the full story.
Oscar-nominated actor Mickey Rourke, 73, is fundraising to cover $59,100 in unpaid rent after an eviction notice. Support his GoFundMe to help him stay in his LA home.
Charities warn of a sharp rise in older people facing homelessness due to high rents and a lack of social housing. Experts call for urgent government action to protect vulnerable pensioners.
Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke, 73, is reportedly facing eviction from his Los Angeles home over $60,000 in unpaid rent, following a controversial stint on Celebrity Big Brother. Read the full story.
Zohran Mamdani becomes New York's 111th mayor, pledging a radical economic rights agenda including rent freezes, free buses, and municipal stores. Discover his full policy platform.
Up to 400 homes in central Blackpool will be bulldozed next summer under a £90m levelling up scheme, displacing hundreds of vulnerable residents. Critics call it a 'mass dispersion'. Read the full story.
Senior planners and experts warn the government's new towns drive lacks ambition on affordable homes. They argue revitalising existing communities offers a faster, more sustainable solution to the housing crisis.
A year-long investigation exposes London's housing crisis: tenants living with rats, no toilets for a decade, and councils failing to act. Read the shocking human stories.
Barking and Dagenham Council is repossessing homes after discovering tenants illegally renting them on Airbnb. The council faces hurdles as the platform withholds key details.
MyLondon's Broken Homes campaign gains cross-party support, demanding a distance cap on temporary housing, urgent lift repairs, and an end to council bidding wars. Sign our petition.
A Guardian investigation reveals how unregulated 'exempt' housing in Birmingham is failing vulnerable residents. In Selly Park, 42% of properties are now such homes, with 30,000 units city-wide. Read the full report.
Vulnerable people in England remain in dangerous 'exempt' accommodation as government delays implementing 2022 law. Charities warn of deaths and exploitation. Read the urgent call for action.
Architects of Milton Keynes warn the government's plan for 12 new towns lacks the scale and social housing focus of past projects. Read their exclusive critique.
A software failure at Islington Council left 270 social housing complaints buried for months and delayed vital asbestos inspections. The council is now tackling the backlog.
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.
New data reveals Croydon rents climbed 5% in the past year, outpacing London's average. Explore the rental market imbalance and see how your area compares with our interactive map.
A savvy homeowner in East London nets over £4,300 by renting his driveway to commuters and event-goers for £10 a day, while using a cheap resident's permit to park on the road. Discover how this passive income side hustle works.
The EU unveils its first-ever housing strategy as soaring prices lock a generation out of homes. Explore the data, the political risks, and whether the plan can rescue young Europeans. Read the full analysis.
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.
Plans for 288 new flats in Brixton, including 98 social rent homes, have been submitted to Lambeth Council. The scheme features three new blocks up to 20 storeys tall.