New 100% mortgages for first-time buyers
Metro Bank launches 100% mortgage for first-time buyers, joining Lloyds, Santander, Skipton and Yorkshire building societies with low or zero deposit deals.
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Rotting Richmond buildings to become 36 homes
Richmond Council approves conversion of derelict Victorian waterworks buildings in Hampton into 36 flats and offices, ending six years of decay
Landlord Insurance Checklist for Renters' Rights Act (17.07.2026)
New Renters' Rights Act 2024 requires landlords to review insurance policies. Essential checklist to ensure compliance and avoid penalties.
Merton Council spends £35m on temporary homes
Merton Council will acquire 125 homes this year, with a £35m investment, to tackle rising homelessness and cut temporary accommodation costs.
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Croydon Town Centre Regeneration: Projects and Progress
Croydon's regeneration projects aim to revitalise the town centre with new public spaces, improved crossings, and the long-awaited Westfield redevelopment. Key updates include the Whitgift Centre freehold acquisition, College Green park, Minster Green, an
Pop-up micropub in 200 sq ft storage unit in Bermondsey
Attic Self Storage transformed a 200 sq ft unit into a functioning pub featuring Attic Ale from Southwark Brewing Company to mark its Bermondsey site launch.
Southwark family loses High Court bid, exposes secret criteria
A Southwark family's High Court challenge over emergency housing was rejected, but the case revealed the council's 'secret' enhanced priority criteria and lack of record-keeping.
Landlord Insurance Checklist for Renters' Rights Act
New Renters' Rights Act requires landlords to review insurance policies. Key changes include mandatory professional landlord insurance and updated tenant protections.
Housing Worries Top Climate Concerns for Australian Youth
A longitudinal survey reveals young Australians are more worried about buying a home than climate change, with declining trust in institutions like the church, media, and politicians.
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Twickenham family wins World Cup final tickets after son's football session
Rifat Hysa, 52, from Twickenham, initially ignored the winning email thinking it was a scam, but later confirmed he and his family will attend the World Cup final in New Jersey.
4 in 10 young Londoners have under £50 before payday
A new survey by NHG Homes reveals 40% of young Londoners have less than £50 before payday, with 63% reporting financial stress harming mental health. The housing provider launches The DOOR Club to support first-time buyers through shared ownership.
Stratford coach park to become cultural hub with art trails
A deserted coach park in Stratford, London, will be transformed into a cultural neighbourhood with art trails, restaurants, performance venues, 2,100 flats, and 1,600 hotel rooms.
Borough Market cafe Maria's to close after 65 years
Maria's Market Cafe, a Borough Market institution since 1961, faces closure after the market refused to renew its lease. Owner Mark Aldridge vows to fight the decision.
Harrow plan for 7-storey block with no affordable housing
A developer plans to demolish a Caribbean restaurant in Harrow-on-the-Hill for a seven-storey block with 12 flats, but no affordable housing or children's play space, despite London Plan requirements.
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Whitgift Centre sold to Westfield owner in Croydon milestone
The John Whitgift Foundation has sold the freehold of the Whitgift Centre to Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield for £31.5 million, simplifying ownership and advancing the Croydon Project regeneration.
Cincinnati's $1.9bn fund can't fix housing crisis
Cincinnati's $1.9bn infrastructure fund from a rail sale can't be spent on housing due to Republican-imposed restrictions, worsening the city's housing crisis.
New images show 249-home plan's impact on Mitcham skyline
Revised plans for 249 homes at Mitcham's Majestic Way face criticism as new images reveal the scale of the development, with opponents calling it an 'insult' to the area's character.
Leaseholders win landmark service charge ruling
Upper Tribunal upholds ruling that Notting Hill Genesis cannot charge shared ownership leaseholders for concierge and garden they cannot access, in a decade-long dispute.
Highbury Stadium: Arsenal's 93-year home now flats
Arsenal's former Highbury stadium, home for 93 years, was demolished and replaced by Highbury Square flats. The pitch is now a communal garden, but Art Deco stands remain.
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138 homes planned for former Croydon lido site
Croydon Council reviews Bellway's plan to build 138 homes on former Purley Way Lido site, including 20% affordable housing and preservation of Grade II listed diving platform.
OHS 3-Piece Suitcase Set Deal: Save on Luggage
OHS offers a three-piece hard shell suitcase set at a discounted price, providing travelers with durable and stylish luggage options for less.
Ryanair EcoHub Cabin Backpack from Recycled Materials
Ryanair launches EcoHub cabin backpack made from recycled materials, reducing plastic waste and offering affordable travel accessories.
Lesnes Estate resident loses High Court bid to stop demolition
A High Court judge refused Adam Turk's judicial review request against Bexley Council's approval of 1,950 new homes on Thamesmead's Lesnes Estate, dealing a major blow to the last residents.
Homelessness in England could rise 25% by 2030, report warns
A report warns that homelessness in England could rise by 25% by 2030, adding 50,000 people, unless bold policies like a 'housing first' agenda are adopted.
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Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash leave Pickle Cottage
Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash are moving out of Pickle Cottage after five years, reportedly purchasing an eight-bedroom estate with 30 acres, a pool, and a lake for a fresh start.
Flatmate with rich parents sparked rent dispute
A flatsharer had to subsidise a wealthy flatmate's rent after her parents paid a year upfront, causing tension over bills and lifestyle differences.
Stanford-le-Hope: 45-Min Commute, Real Community Spirit
Stanford-le-Hope, a historic Essex town 24 miles from London, offers a 45-minute commute, strong community spirit, green spaces, and affordable homes.
Sutton Garden Square: 1,000+ homes, co-working, pet spa
A 5.6-acre regeneration project in Sutton will deliver over 1,000 homes, co-working spaces, roof terraces, a pet spa, and 8,500 sq ft of commercial space, with first homes from 2028.
Purfleet-on-Thames name change draws Londoners
Londoners are flocking to Purfleet-on-Thames after its 2020 name change, with locals reporting a shift in perception and increased interest in the affordable commuter town just 45 minutes from Liverpool Street.
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Holiday hell: drunk teen, lost phone, 12-hour drive
A family's Cornwall holiday turns into a nightmare when a teenage daughter arrives home drunk, loses her phone, and a 12-hour journey begins. The trip ends with two family members flying home early.
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