Seventeen leaseholders in Hackney cannot sell their homes due to an £850,000 debt owed by the developer to the council, which has gone uncollected for eight years, leaving families stuck in unsellable properties.
A new campaign urges London councils to guarantee kitchen, laundry, WiFi, storage, and clear information in temporary accommodation as 76,000 households face worsening conditions.
Simon Dudley, Reform UK's housing spokesman, sparks outrage by stating Grenfell Tower fire was a tragedy but 'everyone dies in the end,' leading to calls for his dismissal from Nigel Farage.
A mother of five and her children, including an autistic child, endured 18 months without reliable heating in their council home, with Westminster City Council found guilty of severe maladministration.
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Mayor Sadiq Khan warns that thousands of Londoners remain trapped in unsafe buildings with dangerous cladding, admitting the capital's unique crisis won't be resolved soon despite government deadlines.
The Bank of England has issued a stark warning that escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly involving Iran, could lead to higher mortgage payments for UK households. This analysis highlights potential economic ripple effects from global insta
A high-profile attempted murder trial in Hawaii takes a dramatic turn as cheating allegations surface, raising questions about the case's integrity and legal proceedings.
Financial specialist Marianna Hunt explains three strategies to convert property assets into retirement income, covering tax, timing, and diversification.
Scammers are targeting buyers on eBay with fake listings for beach huts in Kent priced thousands below market value. Authorities warn of virtual tours and break-ins to appear legitimate.
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A woman was convicted of assault after hitting her neighbour with a crutch during a confrontation over a cut-down wisteria plant at their shared Tottenham property.
Property giant Rightmove is fighting a £1.5bn legal claim alleging it bullied estate agents with excessive fees and unfair practices, with over 250 agents supporting the case.
New research reveals over half of non-graduate women aged 25-29 now have no children, a dramatic rise linked to housing affordability and financial barriers.
Japan introduces joint custody for divorced couples, marking the first major change to child-rearing laws in over a century, aligning with international standards.
Embassy Village in Manchester offers 40 canal-side flats and intensive support to help homeless men rebuild their lives, with free land from Peel Group and community-focused programs.
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London Mayor Sadiq Khan refuses to halt leasehold developments already in progress despite campaigning for reform, drawing criticism from Conservative and Green Assembly members who call it political hypocrisy.
Canada Water's ambitious new development promises wineries, parks, and luxury apartments, but affordable housing quotas have dropped from 35% to 9%, raising concerns about displacement and inequality in Southeast London.
A high-performance Lamborghini Urus worth £160,000 is being raffled off by Elite Competitions, with tickets starting at just 6p. The 2021 model includes upgrades and a cash alternative of £130,000.
Residents clash over proposals to transform a rediscovered 1880s latrine in Folkestone into a First World War memorial, with critics calling it 'excessive' and supporters defending its historical significance.
St Albans tops the International Workplace Group's Hybrid Commuter Index for 2026, praised for green spaces and transport links, but faces criticism over soaring house prices.
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Saudi Arabia's Jood Eskan program unites 313 nonprofits, 1.4 million volunteers, and 4.5 million donors to address housing needs through a coordinated, scalable model.
New research reveals Enfield offers the most spacious homes at the lowest cost per square foot in London, with average house prices significantly below the capital's average.
A North London council failed to provide accommodation to a family facing eviction until the last moment, causing significant distress and uncertainty, according to the Local Government Ombudsman.
Harrods has been accused of unfairness for closing a compensation scheme for survivors of alleged sexual abuse by former owner Mohamed Al Fayed before completing its internal investigation.
A torn page with Bob Dylan's draft lyrics for 'I'm Not There' discovered in an Allen Ginsberg paperback is set for auction, estimated to fetch up to £40,000.
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Leaseholders in Upper Clapton cannot sell their properties because the freeholder owes Hackney Council £850,000 in unpaid development fees, leaving homeowners financially exposed.
Green Party Assembly Member Zoe Garbett warns that London's estate regeneration schemes are displacing residents and reducing social housing, despite reforms aimed at protecting communities.
New housebuilding in London has stalled at under 6,000 starts annually, far below the 88,000 target. BusinessLDN's John Dickie calls for tax relief, regulatory efficiency, and buyer support to revive the market.
Law firms are aggressively offering bonuses to secondary market lawyers to retain talent amid high demand for their specialized skills in private equity and fund transactions.
Geri Halliwell-Horner and Christian Horner secure planning permission for a £30,000 horse walker at their Oxfordshire estate, overcoming neighbor objections. The couple's luxury countryside homes feature stables, a mini farm, and an indoor pool.
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A London court has determined it is impossible to identify which of two identical twins fathered a child after the mother had relationships with both brothers within days of each other during conception.
