Erith Post Office demolition approved for 33 flats
Bexley Council greenlights demolition of a locally listed Erith Post Office for 33 new flats, with no affordable housing as the project faces a £113k deficit. Read the full story.
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Correction: CPRE Brownfield Figures Revised
The Campaign to Protect Rural England has issued corrected data on brownfield land capacity in England. Discover the updated figures and what this means for the housing crisis.
Only 2% of tenant complaints lead to enforcement
Exclusive data shows English councils prosecuted just 64 landlords despite 300,000 tenant complaints about unfit housing. New rights may remain 'symbolic' without proper funding.
South London council bans unsafe rental properties
Wandsworth Council is using stricter licensing powers to tackle rogue landlords renting dangerous properties. Over 40 formal notices already issued to protect tenants from fire risks and undersized rooms.
481 New Homes for East London Estate
Havering Council set to approve 481 new homes in Harold Hill, with half designated as affordable, to tackle the housing shortage and reduce costly B&B placements.
Mother: Prison treated daughter 'like a feral dog'
An inquest finds neglect contributed to the death of Alex Davies, 25, at HMP Styal. Her mother describes her treatment as being like a 'feral dog in a cage'.
Enfield Council's £1.2bn Debt Crisis
An auditor has issued statutory recommendations to Enfield Council to de-risk its £1.286bn debt, warning that its financial reserves have fallen below a safe threshold. Discover the full story.
London: Housing and Nature Can Coexist, Says GLA
Senior GLA figure Abby Crisostomo argues that solving London's housing crisis doesn't require sacrificing nature. Discover how green infrastructure can enhance new developments.
Ireland Plans 300,000 New Homes Within Five Years
The Irish government unveils a radical housing plan to build 300,000 homes by 2030, tackling the nation's severe housing crisis head-on. Discover how this ambitious strategy will transform Ireland's property landscape.
Lawsuit Exposes 'Decrepit' Conditions at ICE Detention Centre
Seven immigrants detained at California's largest ICE facility sue US government over life-threatening medical neglect and inhumane conditions. Read the shocking details.
Birmingham approves Druids Heath estate demolition
Birmingham City Council narrowly approves plans to demolish 1,800 homes in Druids Heath, offering homeowners market value plus 10% while residents fear being priced out.
Trump's 50-Year Mortgage Plan Risks Worsening Housing
Donald Trump proposes 50-year mortgages to address US housing affordability, but experts warn it could double interest payments and deepen inequality. Analysis of this controversial plan.
Woolwich Leisure Centre Demolition for Housing Approved
Greenwich Council confirms the 30-year-old Waterfront Leisure Centre will be demolished to make way for new housing once the state-of-the-art Woolwich Waves opens next month.
London woman stuck in mouldy council flat for 17 years
A Southwark mother has been living in a damp, mould-infested flat for 17 years, with electrical faults posing serious safety risks. Read her urgent plea for a safe home.
Tesco Towers developer pulls out of Harrow plan
The future of the controversial 'Tesco Towers' development in North London is uncertain after Notting Hill Genesis withdrew from the 504-home project. Discover the local reaction.
Pensioners forced into house-sharing as rents soar
A growing number of over-60s are being forced into house-sharing due to rising rents and inadequate pensions. Discover how Britain's housing crisis is reshaping retirement.
5% Deposit Scheme Sparks Australian Housing Boom
New Australian housing finance data reveals investors are rushing into the market ahead of first home buyer scheme, driving prices upward in what experts call a policy failure.
Crisis charity becomes landlord amid housing crisis
Homelessness charity Crisis will become a landlord for the first time, calling the UK housing situation a 'catastrophic scenario'. A former Shelter trustee urges them to follow suit.
Landlord loans surge 17.6% in Australian housing market
New data reveals investor lending has dramatically outpaced first-time buyers, prompting calls for regulatory intervention as housing affordability worsens.
Property investors account for 40% of Australian home loans
Property investors borrowed record $40bn in Australia as landlord loans surge 17.6%, outpacing owner-occupiers. Greens call for urgent credit market intervention.
London affordable housing starts plummet 70%
London's affordable housing crisis deepens as new starts drop 70% in six months. Can Sadiq Khan meet revised targets? Read the shocking data.
Woman reveals 'creepy' reality of abandoned school life
TikTok creator Zayla Ren shares her unique life in an abandoned school, highlighting the pros and cons of property guardianship in the UK's housing market.
92 'Pocket Homes' Planned for Streatham Site
A former synagogue in Streatham could be replaced by 92 new homes, including compact 'pocket' homes for first-time buyers. Will the council approve the controversial scheme?
Sydney's 'Poor Doors' Scandal: Tenants Segregated
Exclusive investigation reveals how residents of 'affordable' apartments in Barangaroo's luxury development are segregated from wealthy neighbours through separate, inferior entrances.
Lambeth approves 900+ council homes amid housing crisis
Lambeth Council greenlights major housing development with 916 new council properties as borough grapples with escalating housing emergency and record numbers in temporary accommodation.
Father dead after toddler dies in hot car during porn viewing
A father who left his toddler to die in a sweltering car while watching pornography has been found dead in an apparent suicide, as shocking court details reveal the full extent of the tragedy.
Kensington's 2,500-home transformation plan
London's most exclusive borough is set for its biggest housing revolution in decades, with 2,500 new homes planned across multiple strategic sites in a major boost for the capital's housing supply.
Highgate legal battle over 15-storey tower block
Furious locals in affluent Highgate are taking legal action to stop a massive 15-storey development they claim will destroy their neighbourhood's character and create a 'monstrous' landmark.
North London estate lift crisis traps residents
Elderly and disabled residents in a North London housing estate face daily struggles as broken lifts leave them stranded for weeks, sparking outrage and safety concerns.
£51M revamp for 'dull' commuter town begins
A once-overlooked commuter town is undergoing a dramatic £51 million housing transformation that promises to revitalise the area with modern homes and community facilities.
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