Rough sleepers face streets as London's cold weather protocol fails
Calls grow for reform of London's emergency cold-weather system as rough sleepers are left exposed during Storm Goretti. Charities demand year-round shelter provision.
Category : Housing Crisis
One in Three Care Leavers Face Homelessness
A third of young people leaving care become homeless within two years. A leading charity demands urgent government action on housing, health, and employment support.
London rough sleeping up 63% as Khan pledges action
Sadiq Khan vows to end rough sleeping by 2030 as new figures reveal a 63% rise over 10 years. The Mayor points to prevention and new 'Ending Homelessness hubs' as solutions.
Pensioner faces eviction after year of sewage leaks in flat
A 66-year-old London man faces a no-fault eviction after enduring sewage leaks in his Islington rental for a year. He claims daily pumping and health risks, while the landlord cites obstruction.
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Labour's plan to buy homes from landlords revealed
A new report urges the Labour government to launch a mass purchase of rental properties from private landlords. Could this bold policy fix Britain's housing crisis? Read the full analysis.
Lewisham homeless households in 48 council areas
Lewisham Council houses 2,450 homeless households in temporary accommodation, with 51% in-borough and 7% outside London. New report reveals scale of the housing crisis.
The Pitfalls of Renting from a Friend: 'Friendlords'
As living costs soar, more Britons are becoming 'friendlords' - renting to pals. But blurred lines can lead to feuds, unfair evictions, and broken friendships. Discover the risks and how to protect yourself.
London pension fund urged to invest more in affordable homes
A London Assembly Member calls for the capital's £51bn pension pool to increase investment in affordable housing, potentially unlocking thousands of new homes and tackling the housing crisis.
Crews Hill Garden Centres Threatened by New Town Plan
Family-run businesses on London's horticultural 'golden mile' fear closure as the site is earmarked for a major new town. Owners ask: 'Why sell a successful business?'
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London housing target needs Bakerloo extension, says City Hall
Deputy Mayor Tom Copley warns London cannot build 88,000 homes a year without the Bakerloo Line extension and West London Orbital rail line. Read why these unfunded projects are critical.
One in Four HMOs in England Operating Illegally
A quarter of HMOs in England are illegal, creating squalid conditions and a public health emergency costing the NHS £1.4bn. Discover the grassroots fightback.
Gentrification Debate Divides Diner Pair Over Community Impact
A psychotherapy trainee and a retired software engineer found common ground living abroad but clashed on gentrification, second homes, and mental health during a Guardian 'Dining Across the Divide' session. Discover their takeaways.
UK's Over-60s Homelessness Rises 50% in Five Years
Charities warn of a sharp rise in older people facing homelessness due to high rents and a lack of social housing. Experts call for urgent government action to protect vulnerable pensioners.
London 2025: A Photographer's View of Housing Crisis
MyLondon photojournalist Facundo Arrizabalaga captures 2025's stark realities, from evictions and mouldy newbuilds to deer in Romford streets. See the powerful images.
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Westminster Council buys £2.3m Lambeth homes for homeless
Westminster City Council plans to spend £2.3m on six properties in Lambeth to ease its temporary accommodation crisis, as homeless applications soar by 30%. Discover the strategy behind the cross-river move.
London housing crisis: 14 shocking stories of neglect
A year-long investigation exposes London's housing crisis: tenants living with rats, no toilets for a decade, and councils failing to act. Read the shocking human stories.
Havering car parks close for 40 new homes
Two underused car parks in Hornchurch will be replaced by 40 new homes. A new £1 two-hour parking rate is being trialled to support local traders. Read the latest.
London MPs and Mayor Back Broken Homes Campaign Reforms
MyLondon's Broken Homes campaign gains cross-party support, demanding a distance cap on temporary housing, urgent lift repairs, and an end to council bidding wars. Sign our petition.
Ex-homeless Londoner saves £600 monthly on canal boat
Emily Souter Johnson swapped 13 years of flat-hopping for life on a canal boat, slashing her monthly costs to under £500. Discover her journey from homelessness to a thriving off-grid business.
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Young & Old Film Producers Debate Politics Over Tacos
A 28-year-old Labour voter and a 74-year-old Lib Dem discuss housing, 'woke' culture, and BBC bias. Can they find common ground? Read their surprising takeaways.
Homeless man's Christmas plea: 'All I want is a bed'
Paul Straffon, 47, is forced to sleep in a Wimbledon shopping centre doorway this Christmas. His story highlights London's homelessness crisis, with over 13,000 rough sleepers last year.
Poor housing linked to three weeks more school missed
Children in damp or overcrowded homes miss 15.5 more school days and score lower in exams, a major study finds. Urgent action on housing quality is needed to protect children's health and education.
Gen Z's Outdoor Sex Trend Driven by Housing Crisis
New research reveals nearly 40% of UK Gen Z live with parents or housemates, forcing them into creative and often public locations for intimacy. Experts share tips for reclaiming privacy.
EU's First Housing Strategy Targets Youth Affordability Crisis
The EU unveils its first-ever housing strategy as soaring prices lock a generation out of homes. Explore the data, the political risks, and whether the plan can rescue young Europeans. Read the full analysis.
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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.
Full Nest Generation: Adult Kids Living at Home
Nearly half of UK 25-year-olds now live with parents, reshaping family life and finances. Explore the new reality of multigenerational homes, from economic pressures to deeper bonds.
Australian Coalition's Housing Policy Launched During Heatwave
Australia's opposition Coalition reveals its housing strategy as the nation battles extreme heat and bushfires. Get the latest on the policy details and the severe weather warnings impacting multiple states.
LA wildfire survivors face bleak Christmas in temporary homes
Survivors of the devastating Los Angeles wildfire face a sombre Christmas in temporary housing, with many still awaiting permanent homes and grappling with trauma.
Millennials Priced Out of Housing Market in Generational Crisis
Young Americans are locked out of home ownership, with the median first-time buyer now 40. Explore the broken social contract and the generational wealth gap fuelling anger.
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London cuts affordable housing requirement to 20%
Deputy Mayor admits GLA 'never wanted' to slash developer affordability rules from 35% to 20%, citing a 'perfect storm' of economic challenges. Discover the details of the emergency deal.
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