Exclusive: Half of councillors say social housing has not been upgraded since 2010
As residents face extortionate energy bills this winter, many council homes in need of retrofitting remain unfit for purpose.
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Housing benefits still won’t keep up with skyrocketing rents
Despite what Jeremy Hunt said in his Autumn Statement, reforms to the Local Housing Allowance don’t go anywhere near far…
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Why the next government must bolster mutuals
Diverse business models in the finance sector can help beat the housing crisis and fight fraud.
Will Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement really cut planning “red tape”?
The Chancellor has big plans for UK infrastructure, but they may not be enough to clear the planning backlog.
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Here’s how to tackle Britain’s housing crisis
Without investment in social housing, waiting lists grow – as will the number of people trapped in hotels, hostels and…
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Those priced out of home ownership need champions in parliament
In the postwar era, both parties had housebuilding front and centre of their vision. It’s time for us to do…
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The new shadow environment secretary faces a “key test for Labour”
Steve Reed must take the plunge on nutrient neutrality.
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Why Michael Gove’s long-term plan for housing falls short
Without meaningful commitments from government, we won’t have decent, affordable and energy-efficient homes.
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