Wandsworth Approves Alton Estate Regeneration Phase 1
Wandsworth Council has approved phase one of the Alton Estate regeneration, including 55 council homes, a library, and a GP surgery, after years of delays.
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£2,000 Cash Grants Cut Homelessness Among Care Leavers, Study Finds
A landmark UK trial shows unconditional £2,000 payments to young people leaving care significantly reduce sofa-surfing, improve housing stability, and lower spending on substances.
Woman, 93, Finds New Lease on Life Through Homesharing
Angela Kirby, a 93-year-old from Fulham, shares how welcoming a 40-year-old stranger into her home has enabled her to live independently while providing affordable housing and companionship for both.
London Food Bank Serves 60,000 Free Meals During Ramadan
Sufra Food Bank in Brent transforms its community kitchen into an Iftar service, offering three-course meals cooked by high-quality chefs to combat food poverty and build community bonds during Ramadan.
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Hackney Residents Demand Evacuation After Flood and Fire
Residents of Fellows Court in Hackney are calling for a full evacuation after a burst pipe flooded homes just days after a fire, leaving many without heating and fearing for their safety.
Win a £2.5M Eco Dream Home in Dorset for £10
Enter a charity draw for a chance to own a £2.5 million self-sufficient home in Dorset, featuring solar panels and scenic views. Tickets start at £10, with proceeds supporting charitable causes.
Council Contacted Abuser, Left Victim in Unsuitable Refuge
Brent Council admitted contacting a domestic abuse perpetrator after a victim sought emergency help, then left her and her child in an unsuitable refuge for over two years, breaching homelessness guidelines.
Brent Council's Supported Housing for 300 Vulnerable People
Brent Council announces a new supported housing scheme providing specialist accommodation for over 300 vulnerable residents, including those with disabilities and survivors of domestic abuse, while addressing tripled nightly accommodation costs.
Black Raven Court Opens After Years of Delays
66 new social homes in Central London have officially opened at Black Raven Court, ending years of delays due to insurance disputes and contractor issues. The development marks a key affordable housing milestone.
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Human Appeal Winter Wrap Up Hits Record Donations in 10th Year
Human Appeal's 10th annual Winter Wrap Up campaign collected 62% more winter clothing items than last year, distributing over 41,000 items across 15 UK cities to support vulnerable populations.
Heron Wharf Development Accelerated, Delivering 223 Social Rent Homes
Tower Hamlets Council announces the Heron Wharf housing project will complete its second phase years ahead of schedule, providing 223 affordable homes by 2029 to address overcrowding and housing pressures in East London.
Council Drops Housing Association From Aylesbury Estate Project
Southwark Council will find new development partners to complete the final stages of the Aylesbury Estate regeneration after residents complained about slow progress from Notting Hill Genesis.
Grand Iftars Provide 250,000 Meals in Conflict Zones
Human Appeal hosts global Grand Iftars, offering over 250,000 meals to vulnerable people in Gaza, Syria, and other conflict-affected nations during Ramadan.
Social Housing Nightmare: Mould, Feces in Home Swap
A social housing tenant's 16-month battle against horrific living conditions after a home swap left her family in a mouldy flat with animal feces and broken heating.
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Hartlepool Accuses Minister of 'Moral Bankruptcy' Over Social Care
Labour leaders in Hartlepool express fury after meeting with Steve Reed, accusing him of indifference toward children in care funding crisis in one of England's most deprived areas.
Pensioners Avoid Stamp Duty with Mobile Home Purchase
State pensioners can legally sidestep stamp duty costs by buying residential park homes instead of traditional properties, offering significant savings in retirement.
Labour Accused of Ignoring Rental Housing Crisis
The Association for Rental Living warns Chancellor Rachel Reeves that John Lewis' housing venture collapse signals urgent need for build-to-rent investment and planning reform.
Labour Criticized on Affordable Housing After John Lewis Pullout
The Association for Rental Living warns Labour must urgently address affordable housing challenges after John Lewis abandons its build-to-rent venture, calling for planning reforms and tax incentives.
Wembley Gets 269 Social Homes in Housing Association Deal
Sovereign Network Group and Berkeley Group have agreed a deal to deliver 269 social rent apartments at the Grand Union development in Wembley, part of a larger 555-home initiative across North London.
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Bexley in Major Trial Offering Payments to Kinship Carers
Grandparents, aunts, uncles and family friends providing kinship care in Bexley and six other areas will receive payments under a new Government pilot scheme.
Kinship Carers to Receive Financial Allowance in Government Pilot
A new government pilot scheme will provide financial allowances to kinship carers in seven council areas, aligning support with foster carer payments for the first time.
Record Rough Sleeping in England as Charities Warn of Crisis
Official figures show a record 4,793 people slept rough in England last year, with charities arguing the true number is far higher and calling for urgent government action on housing.
New Bill Funds Grenfell Memorial, Housing Secretary Says
A permanent memorial to the 72 victims of the Grenfell Tower fire will be funded by new government legislation, Housing Secretary Steve Reed announced, calling it an 'enduring duty'.
NYC Mayor Names New Social Services Chief Amid Homeless Deaths
Mayor Zohran Mamdani appoints Erin Dalton as commissioner of New York's social services department, following criticism over homeless deaths and policy reversals.
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Haringey Council Increases Rent for Homeless Housing Schemes
Haringey Council is increasing rent at two short-term housing schemes for homeless people, with the government expected to cover the costs through housing benefit. The move aims to address five years of inflation.
Temporary Accommodation Bills Need Housebuilding Support
Analysis of temporary accommodation bills reveals short-term solutions are insufficient without robust housebuilding to address the housing crisis effectively.
Christmas Eve Eviction Leaves Tenant Without Belongings in Fulham
A 68-year-old social housing tenant in Fulham claims he was evicted on Christmas Eve and moved to an unfinished flat without working heating, while his landlord disputes the account and says support was provided.
Council Pays £1,750 to PTSD Sufferer Left Homeless for 6 Months
Hammersmith and Fulham Council admitted fault for failing to review a homelessness application, leaving a man with PTSD without accommodation for half a year and paying compensation.
Harrow Council to Buy Homes to Cut Temporary Housing Costs
Harrow Council in North London has approved a plan to delegate authority to officers to purchase properties for social housing, aiming to reduce temporary accommodation costs that have tripled since 2023.
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Homeless 21-Year-Old Says Council Failed Her During Crisis
A vulnerable 21-year-old woman describes her experience with Sutton Council as a 'kick in the face' after being placed in unsuitable accommodation that triggered her PTSD and panic attacks.
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