Coroner warns landlord after baby's death in mouldy flat
A coroner has urged a property firm to act on damp and mould after an inquest into the death of six-month-old Abdullah Ali in Hackney. The family's flat had knee-high black mould.
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Pubs get 1am closing for World Cup knockouts
UK pubs can serve until 1am if England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stages. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood confirms the extension to boost the struggling hospitality sector.
Wetherspoons applies for new pub at Charing Cross
JD Wetherspoon seeks a licence for a new 320-person pub on the Strand, next to Charing Cross station, promising no outdoor drinking. Westminster Council to decide.
Ceiling collapse after council's 10 failed leak fixes
A North London man's ceiling collapsed after Camden Council failed over 10 times to fix a leak. The Housing Ombudsman found severe service failures. Read the full investigation.
Ealing Council cracks down on HMO conversions
Ealing Council introduces stricter rules for landlords converting family homes into HMOs. New requirements include mandatory licensing and planning permission for all shared properties.
Pub owner attacked, then faces licence removal
Amber Knight was brutally attacked after refusing a man a pint at closing time. The Met Police then tried to revoke her pub's licence despite community support. Read the shocking full story.
Suspected Dagenham Brothel Closed by Council
A suspected brothel in Dagenham has been shut down for three months after repeated criminal damage, including black oil and paint attacks. Council and Police take action.
Guardian's New Terms: What UK Users Need to Know
The Guardian has updated its terms and conditions with significant changes affecting AI training, user content licensing, and account management. Learn how these updates impact your digital rights and responsibilities.
Greenwich HMO residents get £5k back from landlord
Tenants in a Greenwich HMO were forced to urinate in a bathtub for 58 days due to a broken toilet. A tribunal ordered a £5,300 rent repayment. Read the shocking details.
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.
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.
London landlord loses appeal over £14k rent repayment
A Hackney landlord failed to overturn a £14,000 rent repayment order for running an unlicensed HMO. The tribunal rejected his hardship claim after he revealed owning a £1.4m home. Read the full details.
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.
Bromley leaseholders win £3.8k service charge refund
Six leaseholders in Bromley have successfully challenged their landlord and won a £3,800 refund for unjustified service charges, including window cleaning. Discover how the tribunal ruled.
West London shop loses licence for underage alcohol sale
A West London convenience store has been stripped of its alcohol licence after being caught selling spirits to an underage teenager during a police-led test purchase operation.
Beckenham restaurant faces licence review after police probe
Pierluigi in Beckenham could lose its alcohol licence following police intervention over alleged crime links and licensing breaches, with a crucial council decision pending.
London landlord finds tenant secretly running Airbnb
A Shepherd's Bush landlord made a startling discovery when he found his property being illegally sublet on Airbnb while the tenant claimed to be working abroad. The investigation reveals how London's rental crisis is creating new challenges for property o
London landlord finds tenant's secret cannabis farm
A North London landlord uncovered his tenant's double life after finding the property abandoned and transformed into an illegal cannabis farm, sparking a police investigation and highlighting rental property risks.
Brecon Beacons rental: Pay what you want for 2-bed home
A revolutionary rental scheme in Wales' Brecon Beacons offers tenants complete control over their rent payments, challenging traditional landlord-tenant relationships.
Islington Locals Battle Historic Pub Transformation
Residents voice strong opposition to proposed changes at The Lamb pub in Holloway, fearing loss of community space and increased anti-social behaviour in their neighbourhood.
Last call: Shape London's alcohol licensing decisions
London residents have final opportunity to influence alcohol licensing decisions as consultation deadline approaches for venues across the capital.
Rachel Reeves admits breaking landlord rules on rental home
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves has apologised after failing to properly license her London rental property, despite her party's crackdown on rogue landlords and promises to protect tenants.
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.
The hidden costs of renting from friends
Discover why mixing money with friendship in rental arrangements often leads to strained relationships and financial headaches, as The Guardian investigates this growing trend.
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.
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