A London Assembly Member calls for the capital's £51bn pension pool to increase investment in affordable housing, potentially unlocking thousands of new homes and tackling the housing crisis.
The UK construction sector has now declined for a full year, new data reveals, putting Labour's target of 1.5 million new homes by 2030 in serious jeopardy. Read the full analysis.
Manchester City have agreed a deal to sign Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo, triggering his £65m release clause. The forward will undergo a medical after facing Tottenham, snubbing interest from Chelsea, Liverpool and Man Utd.
Deputy Mayor Tom Copley warns London cannot build 88,000 homes a year without the Bakerloo Line extension and West London Orbital rail line. Read why these unfunded projects are critical.
Chelsea are reportedly ahead in the race to sign Genk's teenage sensation Konstantinos Karetsas, a player likened to Lionel Messi, after Arsenal failed to complete a £38m summer transfer. Discover the latest on this major transfer story.
Tottenham Hotspur have made an official offer for Santos left-back Souza, a £15m target for Chelsea and AC Milan, boosted by Brennan Johnson's £35m sale to Crystal Palace.
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.
Brent Council anticipates a surge in construction for 2026, delivering thousands of new homes, including a landmark 45-storey tower in Wembley and the restart of the South Kilburn regeneration. Discover the key projects shaping the borough.
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.
Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool have made calls to sign Juventus's £84m-rated forward Kenan Yildiz, forcing the Italian giants into a new contract offer. Read the latest transfer news.
New data reveals London's severe construction skills shortage is delaying new builds and forcing buyers to older homes. Discover the impact on the capital's housing targets.
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.
Chelsea are reportedly working behind the scenes to sign Marseille's 18-year-old midfielder Darryl Bakola, a player also admired by Arsenal. His contract hesitation could spark a January transfer battle.
New report argues London's housing crisis can be solved by building beautiful, mid-rise mansion blocks, not tall towers. Discover the high-density secret of Maida Hill.
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.
Manchester United face competition from Liverpool and Manchester City to sign Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo in January. The Ghanaian has a £65m release clause and is thought to favour a move to Anfield. Read the latest transfer news.
Chelsea have seen an €8m offer for teenage forward Djylian N'Guessan turned down by Saint-Etienne. The Arsenal-linked starlet is a rising talent in France. Read the latest transfer news.
The UK Met Office projects 2026 will exceed 1.4C above pre-industrial levels, marking the fourth year in a row. Scientists warn the rapid approach to the Paris Agreement's 1.5C limit demands urgent climate action.
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.
The European Commission unveils its first-ever affordable housing plan, targeting short-term lets and speculation. Barcelona's 2028 rental ban faces legal challenge.
A decade-old warning about the slow death of social housing is now a reality. New reports reveal the system is failing its core purpose: to house the poorest. What's the future?
The City of London Corporation has approved over £151 million to refurbish its housing estates. The 10-year plan aims to tackle issues like damp, mould, and disrepair in homes across the capital.
Australia's opposition Coalition reveals its housing strategy as the nation battles extreme heat and bushfires. Get the latest on the policy details and the severe weather warnings impacting multiple states.
Sadiq Khan to decide on future of multi-billion pound Canada Water Masterplan after developer British Land seeks drastic affordable housing reduction. Read the latest.