Seattle Co-op Provides Affordable Housing and Community
In Seattle's Beacon Hill, the Corvidae Co-op offers homes at half the median price, fostering communal living with shared spaces and activities to combat the U.S. housing crisis.
Category : Housing Crisis
London Neighbors Complain About Bathroom Use and Fan Noise
A London woman faces constant complaints from downstairs neighbors about everyday noises, including bathroom use and a standing fan, sparking debate about reasonable expectations in shared living spaces.
London Renters Unaware of New Rights, May Undermine Act
Low awareness among London renters threatens the effectiveness of the Renters' Rights Act, with only 35% aware of new protections starting May 1.
Southwark Approves Two New Almshouses for Senior Housing
Southwark Council has allocated two council-owned sites in Rotherhithe for new almshouse developments, providing affordable housing for residents aged 65 and over. The projects will be operated by United St Saviour's Charity.
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London Church Overwhelmed by Homeless Crisis
Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church says rough sleeping is 'out of control' as London faces record homelessness numbers. Churches and charities demand more investment from City Hall.
London Landlord Fined £90k for Overcrowded, Dangerous HMO
A Brent landlord has been ordered to pay over £90,000 after housing at least 18 people in an illegal HMO with locked windows, no fire alarms, and a family living without utilities in an outbuilding.
Prosper UK Commission Aims to Solve UK Housing Crisis
Former minister Gavin Barwell announces a new expert commission to develop practical, consensus-driven solutions for Britain's chronic housing shortage, addressing inter-generational unfairness and economic stagnation.
London Assembly Calls for Mid-Rise Housing as New Default
The London Assembly recommends prioritizing five-to-nine storey buildings over high-rise towers to address the housing crisis, citing benefits for community life and environmental sustainability.
Bexley Landlords Face £40k Fines Over Licensing Scheme
South London landlords in Bexley risk fines up to £40,000 and prosecution for failing to join the Selective Licensing scheme, with the council investigating unlicensed properties.
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False Promise of 'Affordable' Commuter Towns: Distance Over Homes
Critics argue Britain's 'affordable commuter hotspots' mask a housing crisis by pushing residents further away, lacking infrastructure and true affordability.
US Tenants Strike Over Rent Hikes Amid ICE Crackdowns
Rent strikes surge in the US as tenants protest steep rent increases and corporate investments, with Minneapolis activists organizing against eviction crises linked to immigration enforcement.
Hackney Council Visitor Ban Criticized After C-Section Case
Hackney Council is under pressure to relax strict hostel visitor rules after a woman was denied family support following an emergency C-section. Shelter charity warns of isolation and trauma for families in temporary accommodation.
Senate Passes Bipartisan Housing Bill, Faces Trump Hurdle
The US Senate approved a bipartisan bill to boost housing accessibility and affordability, but its future is uncertain due to Trump's demand for voter-ID legislation and House negotiations.
London Housing Investigation Wins Regional Press Award
MyLondon's 'Broken Homes' project, exposing housing disrepair and unfair relocation practices, has been named Digital Initiative of the Year at the Regional Press Awards 2026.
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London's Child Population Plummets, Mayor Urged to Act
London's population of young children has dropped by nearly 100,000 in a decade, with families citing unaffordable housing and childcare as key reasons for leaving the capital.
London Boroughs Threaten Boycott Over Criterion Evictions
All 32 London boroughs warn they may boycott properties owned by Criterion Capital if reports of mass Section 21 evictions prove accurate, threatening the company's temporary accommodation business.
Man Buries 737 Jet in Garden for Nuclear Bunker and Bar
A Derbyshire man spends £70,000 on underground bunkers, including a buried Boeing 737 fuselage, as a fallout shelter for potential World War 3, while also planning to use it as a themed party room.
Affordable Homes Reduced in Abbey Wood Tower After Mayor's Approval
A 25-storey tower near Abbey Wood's Elizabeth Line station has significantly reduced its allocation of affordable family homes, months after the Mayor overturned Bexley Council's refusal of the 288-unit development.
Mother Demands Safety Reforms After Son's Fatal Balcony Fall
Fiona Garrett speaks out after her son Joshua Robbins fell five floors when a railing gave way, launching a campaign for mandatory high-rise safety standards.
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Grenfell Neighbors Excluded from Rehousing Eight Years Later
Residents living near Grenfell Tower during the 2017 fire say they've been excluded from council rehousing schemes, with some still without stable accommodation and suffering trauma.
Residents Furious as Green Space Turns into 12-Storey Block
Royal Wharf residents in Silvertown claim they were misled by marketing brochures showing green space where developers now plan a 12-storey housing block, with 79 objections filed.
Historic Hackney Market Faces Closure After Eviction Notices
The 150-year-old Ridley Road Shopping Village in East London is threatened with closure after traders received eviction notices from landlords planning luxury flats.
Court Suspends Hackney Eviction as Activists Defend Family
A Hackney family facing eviction after 20 years in a council flat received a last-minute court reprieve while activists physically blocked bailiffs from entering their home.
Hackney Fire Exposes Faulty Alarms and Safety Failures
A major fire at Fellows Court in Hackney has reignited residents' safety fears after warnings about faulty alarm systems went unheeded, exposing systemic disrepair in council housing.
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4 Million Londoners Can't Afford Decent Living Standard
Exclusive analysis reveals nearly 40% of Londoners live below minimum income for dignity, with housing crisis and transport costs creating a decade-long risk of stagnation.
Labour Housing Targets Threatened by Construction Tax Burden
The Construction Plant-hire Association warns Labour's 1.5 million home pledge could fail due to rising employment costs and inheritance tax changes affecting family-owned firms.
Cornwall Villagers Fume Over Empty 'Ghost Estate' Housing Crisis
Residents in Calstock, Cornwall, are furious about a 33-home development that remains empty after years of planning disputes and spiraling costs, with locals blaming lack of affordable housing.
Newham Council Budget: £13m More for Homeless Housing
Newham Council approves a £520.9m budget with a £12.8m increase in temporary accommodation spending, while cutting council tax discounts for vulnerable residents.
Half of Young Adults Move Back Home to Save Money
A new study reveals 49% of Millennials and Gen Z consider moving back with parents to save cash, driven by high rents and bills, with 66% seeing it as common.
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London Councils' Long-Distance Housing Ultimatums Risk Homelessness
London councils are using threats of homelessness to pressure residents into accepting housing offers up to 200 miles away, with MyLondon's petition urging a ban on such practices to protect vulnerable families.
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