Four-week lift failure traps elderly in West London

Elderly and disabled residents in a Notting Hill estate have been stranded for four weeks due to a broken lift, with some forced to crawl downstairs. Kensington and Chelsea Council cites a cyber attack for delayed repairs.

EU Plans Crackdown on Airbnb-Style Rentals

The European Commission unveils its first-ever affordable housing plan, targeting short-term lets and speculation. Barcelona's 2028 rental ban faces legal challenge.

Social housing failing those in greatest need

A decade-old warning about the slow death of social housing is now a reality. New reports reveal the system is failing its core purpose: to house the poorest. What's the future?

£151m approved to fix London housing estates

The City of London Corporation has approved over £151 million to refurbish its housing estates. The 10-year plan aims to tackle issues like damp, mould, and disrepair in homes across the capital.

£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.

Kärcher's Window Vac Fights Winter Condensation

Tackle steamy windows and prevent mould this winter with Kärcher's powerful WV 6 Plus N Window Vac. It offers 100 minutes of streak-free cleaning for windows, tiles and mirrors. Buy now for £119.99.

Turner's 'Mother's Frustration' Sells for £1.8m

J.M.W. Turner's lost watercolour, 'Mother's Frustration', fetches a record £1.8m at auction, its value boosted by a chance encounter with Francis Bacon. Discover the full story of this remarkable find.

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