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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.

London council cyber attack disrupts key services

Westminster City Council reveals which services are impacted after a major cyber attack and advises residents on how to get help. Critical services for vulnerable people are the priority.

First look inside Woolwich Waves leisure centre

Greenwich Council reveals the opening date and first images of the state-of-the-art Woolwich Waves leisure centre, featuring water slides, pools, and a rooftop football pitch. Opening New Year's Day 2026.

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.

Borough Hall licence review after noise complaints

Greenwich's historic Borough Hall faces a licence review following resident complaints over late-night noise and disruption, pitting community concerns against the venue's economic benefits.

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.

Greenwich named one of London's best places to live

Discover why Greenwich has been named one of London's best places to live for 2026. From its strong community spirit to its royal park and culture, find out why residents never want to leave.

Earls Court £10bn Redevelopment Approved

Hammersmith council approves the £10bn Earls Court masterplan, unlocking 4,000 homes and 12,000 jobs for West London. Discover the future of this new district.

Councils pay £630m to housing middlemen

Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils have spent £633m on rent-to-rent schemes since 2020 as housing crisis deepens. Discover how middlemen profit from desperate local authorities.

Richmond residents react to new 'mansion tax'

Homeowners in Richmond voice mixed reactions to Rachel Reeves's council tax surcharge on properties over £2m. Discover how this budget measure impacts London's property market.

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.

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