£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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Homes $100k Cheaper With Zoning Reform: Report
A revolutionary study exposes how simple changes to zoning regulations could make Australian homes dramatically more affordable within a decade, offering hope to priced-out buyers.
North Kensington megadevelopment: 2,500 homes and towers
A colossal regeneration project in North Kensington will deliver 2,500 new homes, including 35% affordable housing, alongside new parks and community facilities beneath 29-storey towers that will redefine the west London landscape.
Clearsprings Profits Plunge in Asylum Accommodation Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals dramatic profit decline at Clearsprings Ready Homes, the billion-pound firm housing asylum seekers across Britain, amid growing controversy over accommodation standards.
West London office converted into 159 new homes
A former office building in Brentford is being converted into 159 residential apartments, offering a creative solution to London's housing shortage while preserving local heritage.
Council tenants endure winter with broken windows
Enfield Council faces mounting criticism as tenants in council-owned flats suffer through broken and boarded-up windows during freezing temperatures, with repairs delayed for months.
Zohran Mamdani Runs for New York Mayor in 2025
Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani announces his candidacy for New York Mayor, promising radical housing reform and challenging the political establishment in the 2025 race.
Zohran Mamdani: Democratic Socialist's NYC Mayoral Bid
Progressive firebrand Zohran Mamdani shakes up New York's political landscape with bold policies and grassroots appeal. Discover how this democratic socialist could transform America's largest city.
Mamdani Delivers: Turning Campaign Pledges into Policy
New York State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani is breaking political conventions by systematically delivering on his progressive campaign promises, from housing justice to healthcare reform.
Five New Forest Towns Planned Between Oxford & Cambridge
The UK government has unveiled revolutionary plans for five sustainable forest towns between Oxford and Cambridge, creating 150,000 new homes while prioritising green infrastructure and biodiversity.
40% of Londoners consider leaving due to housing costs
Shocking new research reveals nearly half of Londoners are planning their exit from the capital as soaring rents and property prices make city life unsustainable for many residents.
Australia's rental crisis: 60% of income spent on housing
New data reveals Australia's rental affordability crisis has worsened dramatically, with low-income households spending over 60% of income on rent as the government faces calls for urgent intervention.
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.
Wimbledon expansion faces legal showdown in High Court
The All England Lawn Tennis Club's ambitious £65 million Wimbledon expansion faces a critical legal challenge as local residents and conservationists take their fight to the High Court.
Croydon's The Fold Development Faces Complete Rebuild
Exclusive investigation reveals how a flagship Croydon newbuild development faces complete reconstruction just years after completion, raising serious questions about building standards and resident safety in London's property market.
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.
Heathrow fly-tipping epidemic hits West London
West London communities near Heathrow are fighting back against an epidemic of illegal fly-tipping that's turning streets into dumping grounds. Discover how residents are taking action against the environmental blight.
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.
Crystal Palace village charm threatened by 10-storey development
A controversial 10-storey housing development could transform the character of Crystal Palace's beloved village atmosphere, sparking fierce opposition from local residents and conservationists.
Haringey's £20m bid to transform Broadwater Farm estate
Haringey Council submits ambitious £20 million funding bid to transform Broadwater Farm estate with new community facilities, enterprise spaces and environmental upgrades.
Croydon's £32M funding gap vs Lambeth sparks outrage
New analysis reveals staggering funding inequality between Croydon and Lambeth, with South London boroughs facing a postcode lottery in government support that threatens local services.
Gen Z's countryside move: Beyond cheap rent
Discover the surprising reasons behind Generation Z's mass exodus from UK cities to rural communities - it's about more than just affordable housing.
London council wins vape shop court battle
Havering Council secures major legal victory to shut down illegal vape retailer in Romford, setting precedent for crackdown on shops selling to children.
Westminster gains powers to regulate Central London pedicabs
Westminster Council gains unprecedented authority to regulate pedicabs in Central London, targeting noise pollution, safety concerns and unfair pricing practices that have plagued the West End.
Council's lavish spending on staff meals and hotels revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals Hounslow Council spent thousands on fine dining and luxury hotels while implementing austerity measures affecting local residents.
Council's 'ironic' flag removal for Christmas lights
A Reform UK-led council faces criticism after ordering flags celebrating their election victory to be taken down to make way for Christmas lights, in a move locals call hypocritical.
UN Gaza force resolution could be ready in two weeks
Breakthrough at United Nations as key nations indicate potential support for international stabilisation force in Gaza, with draft resolution expected within two weeks amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations.
Council buys £1.2m flat while thousands sleep rough
Exclusive investigation reveals Westminster council spent £1.2m on luxury apartment for former councillor while homelessness crisis deepens across London.
London borough named capital's worst eyesore hotspot
A recent survey has crowned one London borough as the capital's worst eyesore hotspot, with residents pointing fingers at neglected buildings and poor urban planning that's marring the local landscape.
Croydon Council crushes 13 dangerous vehicles
Croydon Council takes decisive action against dangerous drivers, crushing 13 unsafe vehicles in a major road safety operation targeting unroadworthy cars and illegal drivers.
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