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Rent controls could strip £11bn from property values
New analysis warns a proposed ban on upward-only rent reviews could devalue commercial property by 15%, hitting investor confidence. Read the full report.
UK Inflation Dips: Energy & Rent Drive 20% of Rise
UK inflation sees an unexpected dip, but soaring electricity prices and rents remain key drivers, accounting for 20% of the annual rise. The Bank of England is unlikely to cut interest rates soon. Read the full analysis.
Mickey Rourke Denounces GoFundMe Set Up in His Name
Actor Mickey Rourke forcefully denies knowledge of a fundraiser for his rent, calling it 'humiliating' and urging fans to get refunds. Full story on the Hollywood controversy.
Mickey Rourke calls eviction GoFundMe 'humiliating'
Actor Mickey Rourke forcefully denies authorising a viral GoFundMe to pay $60k in back rent, calling the campaign 'humiliating'. Read his explosive reaction and the details of the LA eviction case.
Mickey Rourke faces eviction from LA home
Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke, 73, is reportedly facing eviction from his Los Angeles rental property over $60,000 in unpaid rent, following a dramatic physical transformation. Read the full story.
Mickey Rourke launches fundraiser to avoid eviction
Oscar-nominated actor Mickey Rourke, 73, is fundraising to cover $59,100 in unpaid rent after an eviction notice. Support his GoFundMe to help him stay in his LA home.
Mickey Rourke faces LA eviction over $60,000 rent
Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke, 73, is reportedly facing eviction from his Los Angeles home over $60,000 in unpaid rent, following a controversial stint on Celebrity Big Brother. Read the full story.
Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York City mayor
Zohran Mamdani becomes New York's 111th mayor, pledging a radical economic rights agenda including rent freezes, free buses, and municipal stores. Discover his full policy platform.
London council plans £90 weekly rent rise for TA tenants
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.
Croydon rents rise 5% as London rental squeeze continues
New data reveals Croydon rents climbed 5% in the past year, outpacing London's average. Explore the rental market imbalance and see how your area compares with our interactive map.
Man earns £2K a year renting out his London driveway
A savvy homeowner in East London nets over £4,300 by renting his driveway to commuters and event-goers for £10 a day, while using a cheap resident's permit to park on the road. Discover how this passive income side hustle works.
Major 288-home Brixton redevelopment plan submitted
Plans for 288 new flats in Brixton, including 98 social rent homes, have been submitted to Lambeth Council. The scheme features three new blocks up to 20 storeys tall.
Major £650m Plans Submitted for Lewisham Retail Park
Amro Partners submits plans to redevelop Lewisham Retail Park into a major new neighbourhood with 1,452 homes, student accommodation, and a food hall. Read the full details.
£1,000 rent for a room in a Clapham shared flat
A 28-year-old tenant shares his experience of renting a room in a converted council flat in Clapham for £1,000 per month, living with his landlord who is also a friend. Discover the pros and cons of this London living arrangement.
West London office tower gets co-living conversion
Hounslow Council greenlights plans to transform a vacant West London office block into 394 co-living rooms and 23 social rent flats. The decision includes measures to address pressure on Gunnersbury Station.
Bank of America boss issues warning on UK tax rises
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan cautions governments on tax hikes, praises London's financial power and King Charles's knowledge. Read the full interview insights.
61 new social rent homes planned for Wembley estate
Brent Council set to decide on plans to demolish 105 garages in Wembley to build 61 new homes, all available at social rent. The project aims to tackle the housing crisis.
High Court overturns NT remote Indigenous rent policy
The High Court has unanimously ruled a Northern Territory housing policy that tripled rent for remote Indigenous communities was unlawful. Discover the full story and its implications.
Inquiry into Crown Estate after Andrew's Royal Lodge scrutiny
A powerful parliamentary committee launches an inquiry into the Crown Estate, prompted by scrutiny of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's peppercorn rent at Royal Lodge. Get the full story.
Reeves Budget Misleads on Tax Hike Reasons
Analysis shows Rachel Reeves' budget tax rises were not for 'benefits street' but to appease bond markets. The figures expose a misleading narrative about fiscal choices.
South Londoner battles eviction by homelessness charity
A Lewisham tenant faces court after a homelessness charity served a Section 21 notice. Kim Mansell disputes £1,885 arrears, claiming the charity aims to raise rent before new laws. Read the full story.
Conservatives Launch 'Sack Reeves' Petition After Budget
Conservative Party petitions for Rachel Reeves' dismissal, accusing Chancellor of misleading public about OBR forecasts before £26bn tax hike Budget. Sign up for latest political analysis.
Hackney demands rent control powers after price surge
Labour-run Hackney Council petitions government for rent cap powers as borough sees 49% rent rise since 2010. Could this be the solution to London's housing crisis?
Reeves rushes pension tax raid into law
Chancellor Rachel Reeves accelerates salary sacrifice legislation to reassure markets about tax increases. Learn how this affects your pension contributions.
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.
Reeves' Budget: Short-Term Relief, Long-Term Pain
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a high-stakes budget offering immediate relief but deferring significant tax increases. Will this gamble pay off for Labour's political future? Analysis inside.
Labour's Budget: £26bn Tax Rises Hit Working Families
Rachel Reeves delivers Benefits Budget with £26bn tax increases despite previous pledges. Frozen thresholds and new charges will cost hardworking families. Read the analysis.
81 new council homes planned for South London estate
Wandsworth Council submits plans for 81 new council homes on Roehampton's Lennox Estate. Priority given to overcrowded families and those on the housing waiting list. Read the latest.
Budget 2025: Key Tax Rises Rachel Reeves May Announce
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her Autumn Budget on November 26, with potential tax increases on property, pensions, and electric vehicles to meet fiscal rules. Discover the key changes.
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