Labour Must Strengthen Leasehold Reforms
Analysis of Labour's leasehold reform proposals, including ground rent caps and the need for bolder action against property investors to protect homeowners.
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Multigenerational House Shares Surge in UK
New data reveals nearly 40% of flatmates now live in multi-generational households with age gaps over 20 years, prompting a call for shared experiences.
London Leasehold Reform: Ground Rent Cap & £250 Charge
The government's major leasehold reforms will cap ground rent at £250 annually for London properties, with changes to service charges and forfeiture rules.
Landlord Tax Breaks Cost More Than Social Housing Support
Research reveals Australia spent $12.3bn on property investor tax concessions in 2025, exceeding the $9.6bn allocated to social housing, homelessness services and rent assistance combined.
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Veteran's 105th Birthday Celebrated with 350 Cards
Donald Howkins, a D-Day veteran, marked his 105th birthday with nearly 350 handmade cards from Enfield schoolchildren and a royal greeting from King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
DLR Extension Needs More Stops for Thamesmead New Town
A London School of Economics expert warns the DLR extension to Thamesmead may require additional stations in Bexley to ensure the planned 15,000-home New Town is commercially viable.
AI Legal Tech Boom Sparks UK Trademark Wars
The surge in AI-focused legal technology companies in the UK is leading to increased trademark disputes as firms compete for distinctive branding in a crowded market.
Pensioner Evicted Over 1ft Land Dispute With Neighbour
A 77-year-old woman has been forcibly removed from her home after a bitter five-year legal battle with her neighbour over a 12-inch strip of land in Poole, Dorset.
Decent Homes Standard for Private Renters Delayed to 2035
The UK government has postponed enforcing the Decent Homes Standard for private rented properties until 2035, sparking outrage from renters' rights groups who condemn the decade-long delay.
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Martin Lewis Warns Against Mortgage Overpayments
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis explains why overpaying your mortgage might not be the best financial move for millions of UK homeowners.
Property Guardianship: UK Housing Crisis Solution?
As rents soar, more Britons are turning to property guardianship - living in vacant buildings with fewer rights. Could this unconventional approach help solve the housing crisis?
Barrister on Low Pay, Justice System Honesty
Exclusive interview with barrister Benjamin Knight on the financial struggles of criminal law, unpredictable income, and the need for honesty in the justice system.
Ground Rent Cap Announced in Major Leasehold Reform
Housing Secretary Steve Reed announces ground rents will be capped at £250 annually before dropping to peppercorn rates, benefiting millions of leaseholders in England and Wales.
Sadiq Khan to Decide on 1,485-Home North Finchley Scheme
London Mayor Sadiq Khan will make the final decision on a controversial 1,485-home development in North Finchley, which includes a lido but faces local opposition over lost leisure facilities.
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Blackheath Station Car Park Plans Deferred After Opposition
Controversial plans to build 45 homes on Blackheath station car park have been deferred by Lewisham Council. The decision follows 1,202 objections and opposition from celebrities including Jude Law and Dominic Cooper.
Pensioner Evicted Over 1ft Land Row With Neighbour
A 77-year-old woman has been forcibly removed from her home following a bitter five-year legal dispute with her neighbour over a 12-inch boundary issue in Poole, Dorset.
Only 3% of London's Affordable Homes Are Family-Sized
A damning City Hall report reveals London's affordable housing programme is failing families and disabled residents, with just 3% of homes having four or more bedrooms.
Hounslow Council Raises Social Rents by 4.8%
Hounslow Council announces significant rent increases for social housing tenants, with rents rising by up to 4.8% and additional fees for estate maintenance.
Alexander Brothers Trial: Prosecutors Allege Predatory Rape Conspiracy
High-profile real estate agents Tal, Oren and Alon Alexander face sexual abuse charges in New York, accused of drugging and raping women over 12 years. Defence calls allegations 'monstrous'.
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London Council's Housing Delivery Blamed on Cost Blunders
Kensington and Chelsea Council publishes damning report citing poor contractor choices, inadequate cost estimates, and management failures that delayed 600 new homes.
Brent Council Fears Housing Changes Will Worsen Crisis
Labour-led Brent Council criticises emergency housing measures, fearing reduced affordable homes and infrastructure funding cuts will disproportionately impact the North London borough.
Harrow Council to Require Planning Permission for Small HMOs
Harrow Council plans an immediate Article 4 directive to require planning permission for small HMOs, aiming to curb conversions of family homes and address community concerns in North West London.
Deptford Vacant Land Could See 550 Homes After Council Sale
Lewisham Council has approved the sale of long-vacant land in Deptford to Legal & General for a regeneration scheme delivering 550 Build to Rent homes, with 30% designated as affordable social housing.
91-Year-Old Ex-Nurse Left Without Hot Water for Months
A 91-year-old former nurse in West London sheltered housing has been without usable hot water for nearly two months, forced to boil kettles to wash as brown, rusty water flows from taps.
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Key Workers Save £6,000 Rent with London Discount Homes
London Mayor Sadiq Khan's new 'Key Worker Living Rent' scheme aims to build 6,000 rent-controlled homes by 2030, offering savings up to £7,000 yearly for essential workers.
Leasehold Reform: Ground Rent Capped, New Flats Banned
Major property reforms in England and Wales will cap ground rent at £250 annually, ban new leasehold flats, and introduce commonhold rights for homeowners.
Starmer Caps Ground Rents After Rayner Rebellion Fears
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has introduced a £250 annual cap on ground rents for leaseholders in England and Wales, following concerns of a rebellion led by Angela Rayner.
Hackney Residents Use Projector to Challenge Estate Plans
Hackney locals took over a council meeting with a projector presentation, accusing officials of rushing through substantial changes to Marian Court estate regeneration designs.
Landlord Fined £15k for Dangerous Unlicensed HMO
A Barnet landlord has been fined over £15,000 for operating an unlicensed HMO in Kilburn with blocked fire escapes, mould, and significant disrepair found during council inspection.
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Australian Renters Suffer in Heatwave Housing Crisis
Millions of Australian renters endure dangerous heat in poorly insulated homes amid soaring rents and energy costs, creating serious public health risks during record-breaking heatwaves.
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