YMCA Six-Storey Tower Approved in Romford for Homeless
Barking and Dagenham Council unanimously approved a new six-storey YMCA tower block in Romford to serve homeless adults, with no anticipated impact on local services or traffic.
Category : Social Housing
Homeless Man Knocked for Dinner, Stayed 45 Years with Family
In 1975, Rob and Diane Parsons answered a knock to find Ronnie Lockwood, a childhood friend who had become homeless. What began as a Christmas meal turned into a 45-year family bond that changed all their lives forever.
Hackney Council Slammed Over SEND Housing Process
Families with SEND children accuse Hackney Council of an adversarial housing review system that dismisses medical evidence and prolongs unsafe living conditions.
Housing First Founder Censored as Trump Targets Homelessness Model
Sam Tsemberis, founder of the Housing First approach to homelessness, faces federal censorship and policy reversal after decades of proven success. The Trump administration pushes Treatment First despite evidence showing inferior results.
Activists Block Bailiffs in Hackney Eviction Resistance
Protesters from London Renters Union halted an eviction attempt on a family of five in Hackney, citing concerns for a disabled child's wellbeing amid a tenancy fraud case.
Tottenham Library to Host New Homelessness Hub Under Government Rules
Haringey Council approves £338,000 homelessness prevention hub at Marcus Garvey Library, addressing London's growing crisis while facing significant annual costs.
London's £1.5bn Plan to Copy Vienna's Housing Model
City Hall launches £1.5 billion low-interest loan scheme to boost social housing, inspired by Vienna's model where rents are a third of London's prices.
Social housing approved in Brentford despite flood concerns
A Brentford warehouse will be demolished for 56 social rent flats despite Environment Agency flood risk objections. The six-storey development passed planning 7-1.
124 Brentford Council Homes Approved with Giant Slide
Hounslow Council approves two new blocks of 124 council homes in Brentford, featuring a giant slide, rooftop food gardens, and car-free design with enhanced fire safety measures.
Mamdani Launches Free Grocery Store in New York
New York politician Zohran Mamdani has initiated a free grocery store project, aiming to combat food insecurity and provide essential supplies to residents in need.
Croydon Council Raises Social Housing Rents by 4.8%
Croydon Council announces a 4.8% rent increase for social housing from April 2026, driven by inflation and new safety laws like Awaab's Law, affecting service charges and parking fees.
Southwark Council's New Repairs Plan Targets Damp and Mould
Southwark Council unveils its Better Repairs Plan featuring new technology and dedicated neighbourhood teams to address serious failings in social housing repairs.
Ramsgate Youth Centre Saved After Charity Campaign
Pie Factory Music charity secures future of Ramsgate's last youth centre through Pride in Place funding, highlighting national crisis in youth service provision.
Kingston Council Approves 4.8% Rent Rise for Tenants
Kingston Council tenants face average weekly rent increases of £6.75 from April 2026, with hikes up to 4.8% to fund housing projects including estate redevelopment.
London Charity Serves 38M Meals, Seeks Tax Changes
The Felix Project, London's biggest food redistribution charity founded in memory of a 14-year-old boy, provides 38 million meals yearly while advocating for government tax incentives to increase donations.
Felix Project: 38M Meals Yearly for London Families
The Felix Project, founded in memory of 14-year-old Felix, has grown into London's largest food redistribution charity, providing over 38 million meals annually while advocating for government tax reforms.
Foster Care Recruitment Drive Ignores Key Carer Concerns
The government's new £88m fostering recruitment campaign faces criticism for avoiding the core issue: why thousands of carers are leaving due to inadequate pay and support.
Private Child Social Care Providers Accused of Profiteering
Private child social care providers in England are facing criticism for prioritising profits over vulnerable children's welfare, leading to calls for reform.
Southwark Council Plans Community Land Trust in Peckham
Southwark Council is progressing with a Community Land Trust project in Peckham, offering 12 homes priced based on local incomes to help those excluded from social housing.
Man Ordered to Pay £30k for Illegal Council Subletting
A Wandsworth man has been ordered to repay nearly £30,000 after illegally subletting his social housing property while living elsewhere, depriving someone in need of a home.
Southwark's First Modular Homes Help Homeless Residents
Southwark Council unveils eight SoloHaus modular homes in Bermondsey, providing temporary housing and support for homeless individuals to transition to permanent accommodation.
UK Poverty Normalised as Food Bank Demand Soars
Letters to the Guardian reveal deepening poverty across Britain, with food banks overwhelmed and calls for social security reinvestment and community participation.
Elderly Forced Out as Melbourne Housing Towers Face Demolition
Senior citizens in Melbourne's public housing towers confront relocation challenges after Victorian government announces demolition of seven buildings specifically for older residents.
Landlord Tax Breaks Cost More Than Social Housing Support
Research reveals Australia spent $12.3bn on property investor tax concessions in 2025, exceeding the $9.6bn allocated to social housing, homelessness services and rent assistance combined.
Hounslow Council Raises Social Rents by 4.8%
Hounslow Council announces significant rent increases for social housing tenants, with rents rising by up to 4.8% and additional fees for estate maintenance.
91-Year-Old Ex-Nurse Left Without Hot Water for Months
A 91-year-old former nurse in West London sheltered housing has been without usable hot water for nearly two months, forced to boil kettles to wash as brown, rusty water flows from taps.
Key Workers Save £6,000 Rent with London Discount Homes
London Mayor Sadiq Khan's new 'Key Worker Living Rent' scheme aims to build 6,000 rent-controlled homes by 2030, offering savings up to £7,000 yearly for essential workers.
Starmer Caps Ground Rents After Rayner Rebellion Fears
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has introduced a £250 annual cap on ground rents for leaseholders in England and Wales, following concerns of a rebellion led by Angela Rayner.
Record UK 'Very Deep Poverty' Hits 6.8 Million People
Analysis reveals 6.8 million Britons live in very deep poverty, the highest level in 30 years, with households unable to afford basic essentials like food and warmth.
Housing Loophole Lets Abusers Control Victims After They Flee
Hackney Council warns joint tenancy rules allow domestic abusers to maintain control over victims even after they escape, calling for new eviction powers for social landlords.
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