Europe's Housing Crisis: Time for EU Radical Action
As Europe's housing crisis deepens, The Guardian argues that piecemeal solutions have failed and only EU-wide radical intervention can address this growing emergency affecting millions.
Category : Search result: housing benefit scandal
HMRC child benefit error freezes payments for thousands
A major HMRC system error has left thousands of parents without vital child benefit payments, prompting urgent parliamentary scrutiny and demands for immediate solutions.
Young Brits ditch 'forever home' dream for flexibility
A seismic shift in housing attitudes sees millennials and Gen Z prioritising flexibility and experiences over property ownership, reshaping Britain's property landscape.
Mythical Dorsetshire to get two new towns in housing plan
Government reveals ambitious plans for two new towns in the fictional county of Dorsetshire, addressing housing shortages with 40,000 new homes and community infrastructure.
Sir Alan Bates Secures Post Office Scandal Settlement
After years of fighting for justice, former subpostmaster Sir Alan Bates has reached a significant settlement with the government, marking a pivotal moment in the Horizon IT scandal that ruined hundreds of lives.
Victor Conte, BALCO Scandal Architect, Dies at 75
Victor Conte, the controversial founder of BALCO laboratories whose steroid distribution rocked world athletics and baseball, has passed away aged 75, leaving behind a complex legacy in sports history.
DWP's £4.25 Rule Warning: Benefits At Risk
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions issues urgent alert about little-known savings rule that could stop Universal Credit and other benefit payments immediately.
Reeves' housing plan faces green belt backlash
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting criticism as Labour's controversial housing reforms threaten to fast-track development on protected greenfield sites, sparking rebellion among Tory MPs and environmental groups.
Waltham Forest may use shipping containers for homeless families
East London council explores innovative container housing solution as homelessness crisis deepens, with plans for temporary family accommodation on Blackhorse Lane site.
£9.2bn Military Housing Revolution Announced
Defence Secretary Grant Shapps reveals massive £9.2bn investment to transform crumbling military accommodation into modern homes for service personnel and their families across the UK.
HMRC accused of privacy law breaches in child benefit crackdown
Tax authorities face scrutiny as privacy experts reveal HMRC likely broke data protection laws while investigating child benefit claims, raising serious concerns about citizen privacy rights.
Family's two-year mould nightmare in council flat
A desperate South London family reveals their two-year battle against severe mould and leaks in their council property, with a baby suffering breathing difficulties and mushrooms growing in their home.
Islington Housing Policy Changes Spark Outcry
Controversial planning changes in Islington could drastically reduce affordable housing provision, with critics warning of devastating consequences for local communities.
Islington's 'Rocket Surgery' Housing Crisis Exposed
Furious Islington residents confront council over 'absurd' housing crisis as luxury developments sit empty while families struggle to find homes. The shocking reality behind London's property market.
Barnet residents protest 'slum' housing conditions
Outraged Barnet residents stage dramatic protest against Clarion Housing Association over severe damp, mould and repair neglect in their homes.
Labour's social housing target in jeopardy as builds stall
Exclusive investigation reveals widespread paralysis in newbuild projects, putting Labour's ambitious 1.5 million homes target in serious jeopardy as construction sites stand empty.
South London Housing Association Downgraded in Crisis
A major South London housing provider faces regulatory downgrade after financial struggles and governance failures, raising concerns for thousands of tenants across the capital.
Mushrooms grow in damp children's bedroom
An East London family reveals their shocking living conditions as mushrooms sprout from damp walls in their children's bedroom, exposing Britain's housing crisis.
The Hidden Horrors of Britain's HMOs Exposed
An investigation reveals the shocking conditions inside Britain's House in Multiple Occupation properties, where tenants face overcrowding, mould, and exploitation in the midst of the housing crisis.
London's Goal-Sized Flat Sells For £270,000
A London flat measuring just 16.5 square metres - barely larger than a football goal area - has been listed for a staggering £270,000, highlighting the capital's intense property squeeze.
Council: No Fine for Raye Over Housing Breach
Exclusive: Southwark Council indicates Grammy-winner Raye won't face penalties for housing rules violation, citing her 'exceptional circumstances' and local connections.
Lambeth Council among UK's best for housing delivery
Lambeth Council has been ranked among the top local authorities in England for successfully delivering thousands of new homes while maintaining high development standards.
London's last estate holdouts defy demolition order
The final holdouts in a condemned North London housing estate fight for their homes as authorities declare the buildings unsafe and uninhabitable.
Mother loses child benefit over flight she never took
A British mother lost her child benefit payments after the DWP ruled she had 'emigrated' to Norway - despite never actually boarding the flight to Oslo she'd booked. Discover how a bureaucratic loophole is costing families their entitlements.
60 New Homes Approved for South London Development
A landmark development of 60 new homes has been approved for South London, promising to address the housing shortage while incorporating sustainable features and community benefits.
Grooming Gangs Inquiry Descends into Chaos
An explosive investigation reveals how Britain's landmark grooming gangs inquiry has descended into turmoil, with allegations of political interference and systemic failures threatening justice for victims.
Full abolition of two-child benefit cap needed to cut poverty
New research reveals that only complete removal of the controversial two-child benefit limit will significantly reduce child poverty, as partial reforms fall short.
Rachel Reeves admits renting home without required licence
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny after confessing to renting her London home without a mandatory licence, raising questions about politicians and property rules.
France's Enduring Political Corruption Problem
From 19th-century scandals to modern-day controversies, political corruption remains deeply embedded in French governance. Explore how kickbacks, illicit funding and ethical lapses have persisted across generations of French leadership.
Landlord hid cat in ceiling during inspection
Shocking case reveals landlord concealed tenant's cat in ceiling during inspection, highlighting urgent need for rental reform as government delays crucial legislation.
Page 4 of 4