Squatters Occupy Electric Meter Room in South London Flats
Residents at Poet's Court in South Norwood demand action from landlord L&Q after squatters break into communal electricity room, creating fire hazards and safety concerns.
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14-Year-Old Moved 26 Times: Family's Housing Crisis
Na'Kaya Godfrey, 14, has lived in 26 different homes outside Atlanta. Her family's story highlights the hidden toll of housing insecurity on children in America's deepening affordability crisis.
First-Time Buyers at 25: Parental Help and Saving in London
Young Londoners share how they bought their first homes at 25, with parental gifts of £400,000 or strict saving habits, amid a challenging property market where family help is increasingly common.
Battersea Power Station's £203m Expansion Plan
Battersea Power Station in South London is set for a £203 million expansion, creating new homes and jobs as part of a major regeneration project.
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Labour Hits Back at Greens Over Brighton Housing Policy
Brighton and Hove Labour leader Bella Sankey responds to Green Party housing proposals, highlighting her council's existing 'buy the supply' policy implementation.
Family Court Crisis: Experts Demand Custody Reform
Leading experts call for urgent reform of the UK's adversarial family court system, highlighting concerns about parental alienation terminology and advocating for shared parenting models.
Harrow Housing Costs Fuel Child Poverty Rise
Harrow Council sees biggest child poverty increase in London due to soaring housing costs, despite receiving extra funding through government review that now factors in housing expenses.
Man Pleads Guilty to 13-Year Drugging and Rape of Wife
Philip Young, 49, pleaded guilty to 48 charges including rape and administering substances against his ex-wife over 13 years, as she watched in court.
London's 10 Most Famous Council Estates in Pictures
Explore the architectural and social history of London's iconic council estates, from the pioneering Boundary Estate to the modernist Trellick Tower, through a captivating visual tour.
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Man Denies Anger Over Barron Trump Call in Rape Trial
Matvei Rumiantsev, accused of assault and rape, testifies he wasn't angry about a FaceTime call from Donald Trump's son during the alleged London incident.
Farnham Named Among UK's Best Places to Live
The charming Surrey market town of Farnham, just one hour from London, has been celebrated as one of Britain's best places to live, praised for its vibrant community, rich craft heritage, and beautiful surroundings.
Venice's 'Cursed' Palazzo Ca' Dario Seeks Buyer
The historic Palazzo Ca' Dario on Venice's Grand Canal, notorious for legends of misfortune, has been renovated and relisted for sale at €20 million despite its challenging reputation.
Lewisham Approves Care Home for Young Mums
Lewisham Council has unanimously approved plans to convert a house into a care facility for vulnerable young mothers and their babies, providing temporary shelter and support.
Mother and Son Found in Dangerous Garden Shed
A mother and son were discovered living in a hazardous garden shed in North West London, leading to a £5,000 fine for the landlord and enforcement action by Harrow Council.
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Thamesmead's 15k-Home 'New Town' Awaits Approval
Plans for a major 15,000-home development at Thamesmead Waterfront in South East London are poised for final government approval this spring, aiming to tackle the capital's housing crisis.
Green Home Scheme Disaster: MPs Call for Fraud Investigation
A damning parliamentary report reveals the Energy Company Obligation scheme has left thousands of homes with severe defects, with MPs calling for a Serious Fraud Office investigation.
Government U-Turn on AI Datacentre Approval
Ministers admit planning approval for Buckinghamshire AI datacentre should be quashed after failing to properly assess environmental impact, in what campaigners call an embarrassing climbdown.
Faversham Mourns Beauty Queen Eleisha Skinner, 21
The community of Faversham is grieving after the death of Miss Faversham 2022, Eleisha Skinner, aged 21, in a tragic accident. Tributes pour in for the 'lovely girl' with an 'infectious smile'.
Gullah Geechee Win Historic Referendum Against Development
Residents of Sapelo Island's Hogg Hummock community successfully used a rare citizen referendum to block zoning changes that threatened their ancestral lands.
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Most Expensive Private Number Plates Revealed in UK
Plates4Less unveils the top private number plate sales, including '15 LAM' at £156k, highlighting the rise of 'Hyper Plates' as high-value assets in a record-breaking year.
ClearScore Buys Acre for Mortgage Market Push
Financial technology firm ClearScore announces acquisition of mortgage platform Acre as it diversifies revenue and prepares for a potential public listing in London.
Barron Trump's 999 Call Over Friend's Alleged UK Assault
Donald Trump's son Barron told a London court he was 'racing with adrenaline' after watching a friend allegedly assaulted over FaceTime, prompting a dramatic emergency call.
Southall Tower Approved, Community Centre Demolished
Ealing Council approves 215-flat development in Southall, replacing a listed community centre. The scheme falls short on affordable housing targets but gains broad support.
Legal Fight Over Clockwork Orange Estate Demolition
Residents of the Lesnes estate in south-east London, featured in Stanley Kubrick's A Clockwork Orange, launch legal challenge against demolition plans citing climate concerns.
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Battersea Tower Adds 4-Bed Flat in Last-Minute Change
Wandsworth Council approves minor adjustments to a luxury 25-storey apartment block in Battersea, converting three flats into a four-bedroom family home as construction nears completion.
UK Housing Guidelines Promote Green Spaces
The UK government has published draft housing guidelines promoting green spaces, community amenities, and heritage preservation in new developments, though critics highlight the lack of mandatory requirements.
London's Wealthiest Boroughs See House Prices Plummet
Inner London house prices fell at their fastest pace since the financial crisis in November, with Kensington and Chelsea dropping 16.3% amid Autumn Budget tax speculation.
Blackheath Car Park Plan with 1,202 Objections Set for Approval
Controversial plans to build 45 homes on Blackheath station car park in South East London have been recommended for approval despite 1,202 objections from residents and businesses.
West London Council Approves 41 Affordable Homes
Hammersmith and Fulham Council has unanimously approved two housing schemes delivering 41 affordable homes, including family flats and accessible units with sustainable features.
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Scotland's Awaab's Law Targets Damp and Mould in Homes
New Scottish regulations mandate landlords to investigate and repair damp and mould within set timescales, implementing Awaab's Law to protect tenants across social and private housing sectors.
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