Parents Launch 'No More Falls' Campaign After Balcony Death
Fiona Jane Garrett and Will Robbins demand urgent safety inspections for housing block balconies after their son Joshua Robins fell from a fifth-floor railing in Holborn.
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£9bn Developer Funds Sit Idle in Council Accounts
New research shows over £9bn in developer contributions for schools, transport, healthcare and affordable housing remains unspent in council accounts, with £3bn held for over five years.
UK Couple Builds Canadian Dream Home for £90k
A British couple left their frustrating new-build in Basingstoke to build a mortgage-free dream home on seven acres in rural Nova Scotia for just £90,000, escaping UK housing woes.
Mamdani's Trump Meeting Secures Housing Funds, Immigration Release
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's meeting with President Donald Trump resulted in a $21 billion housing proposal and the release of a detained student, showcasing unexpected political cooperation.
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London Affordable Housing Target in Doubt as Khan Voices Hope
Mayor Sadiq Khan has tempered expectations on meeting London's affordable housing goal, citing economic challenges, while Deputy Mayor Tom Copley remains more optimistic about achieving the target.
Ilford HMO Closed for Black Mould and Mouse Droppings
Redbridge Council has shut down an unsafe HMO in Ilford after finding nine unrelated tenants living in cramped conditions with black mould and mouse droppings.
Stratford Tower Demolition Paused for Homeless Housing
Newham Council halts demolition plans for 218-unit Victoria Street tower, exploring refurbishment as long-term temporary accommodation for homeless individuals and families.
Colliers Wood Tower Residents Demand Written Eviction Guarantee
Residents of Britannia Point in Colliers Wood have received verbal assurances against mass eviction but demand written confirmation from landlord Criterion Capital, amid fears of Section 21 notices and temporary accommodation plans.
Wembley's 15,000-Home Regeneration Advances
Wembley's massive housing zone regeneration, targeting 15,000 homes by 2034, hits a milestone with Zephaniah House's topping out. This 100% affordable development offers 54 homes amid ongoing projects.
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Cockfosters Plan Sparks 'Segregation' Row Over Affordable Homes
Enfield Council approves controversial Cockfosters station development with 22 extra homes, sparking accusations of 'modern-day segregation' over affordable housing quality differences.
Homelessness Hub in Tottenham Library Sparks Safeguarding Concerns
Haringey Council approves a homelessness prevention hub at Marcus Garvey Library, facing criticism over safeguarding risks for children and reduced library space.
Council Could Force Home Sales for Estate Regeneration
Tower Hamlets Council has approved compulsory purchase powers for the Teviot Estate in Poplar, allowing forced sales if homeowners refuse to move for demolition and rebuilding plans.
Indigenous Housing Crisis: Families Face Homelessness
New research reveals one in eight low-income Indigenous households have unmet housing needs, with families like Loma Bropho's slipping through the cracks of a fragmented system.
London Housing Regulator Slams City Corporation Over Failings
The City of London Corporation has been rated C3 by the Regulator of Social Housing, indicating significant improvement needed due to over 1,000 overdue fire safety actions and 18% of homes failing to meet standards.
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Victoria Housing Policy Sparks Liberal-Labor Political Clash
Victoria's new housing policy has ignited a fierce political battle between the Liberal and Labor parties, with debates over planning reforms and affordability measures intensifying ahead of state elections.
Barnet Council Faulted for Misleading Housing Advice
An ombudsman found Barnet Council gave incorrect housing advice, causing a resident to incur debt and distress. The council apologized and paid compensation.
No Timeline for 10,000 Homes at Meridian Water
Enfield Council's deputy leader admits the construction rate for 10,000 homes at Meridian Water cannot be predicted, with only 575 homes expected by 2027. The project's promised 6,000 jobs also remain uncertain.
Council Accused of Breaking Promise to Housing Campaigners
Harrow Healthy Homes claims the Portfolio Holder for Housing has refused all meeting requests since October, despite a public commitment to discuss housing issues like damp, mould, and affordability.
Reform UK Pledges to Scrap Renters' Rights Act
Reform UK pledges to repeal the Renters' Rights Act that bans no-fault evictions, sparking criticism from Labour and tenant advocates who warn of rising homelessness.
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Croydon Mayoral Hopeful Eyes Council Housebuilding Return
Labour's Rowenna Davis pledges to explore council-led housing projects to tackle Croydon's temporary accommodation crisis, while distancing herself from past Brick by Brick failures.
Reform UK and Tory Figures Launch Housing Campaign
A new cross-party housing organization called Build for Britain has been established by a Reform UK London Assembly Member and a former Conservative Housing Secretary. The group aims to influence both major right-of-center parties ahead of the next Genera
Redbridge Rejects 'Unlawful' Teen Supported Living Home
Redbridge Council has rejected plans to convert a Canterbury Avenue house into a supported living centre for up to six teenagers, citing lack of local need and insufficient details.
Hillingdon Council Approves Major HMO Crackdown
Hillingdon Council has approved strict new licensing rules for HMOs after a survey revealed 30% have serious safety hazards. Landlords must comply or face enforcement.
Fiona Wright on Waiting for Inheritance to Buy a Home
Writer Fiona Wright explores the grim reality behind the joke that young Australians must wait for their parents to die to afford homeownership, highlighting housing crises and generational divides.
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Madrid Tenants Fight Back Against Landlord Harassment
In Madrid, tenants are forming collectives to combat aggressive tactics by landlords amid Spain's severe housing shortage, with legal battles and protests escalating.
South London Residents Fear 'Nightmare' Over Gasworks Plans
Motspur Park residents oppose plans to demolish old gasholders for 586-home towers, citing infrastructure strain, loss of privacy, and threats to protected land and wildlife.
Couple Moves into Wetherspoon After Storm Ruins Their House
An elderly couple in Cornwall lost their home to a fallen tree during a storm and have been living in their local Wetherspoon pub for weeks, finding comfort and community in the budget chain.
Scotland's Housing Crisis: Supply Fails to Meet Demand
Scotland faces a severe housing shortage as new home construction lags behind population growth, driving up prices and homelessness rates across urban and rural areas.
Ealing Council Demolishes 105 Affordable Homes After Builder Insolvency
Ealing Council will demolish 105 affordable homes under construction across six sites after contractor Henry Construction's insolvency, citing cost-effectiveness over restarting work.
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Tenants Fear Homelessness After £700 Monthly Rent Increase
Residents on a Richmond estate face potential homelessness after The Poppy Factory charity ordered rent increases of up to £700 per month, citing the upcoming Renters Right Act as justification.
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