Mum's horror in mould and mice-infested temporary home
A desperate mother reveals the squalid conditions her family endures in a damp-riddled temporary flat, battling mould and mice while pleading with the council for a safe home.
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Rayner to sanction councils blocking housing developments
Deputy PM Angela Rayner unveils a major crackdown on English local authorities that obstruct housing development, threatening financial penalties and potential government intervention to tackle the housing crisis.
Family's horror in Ealing Council's rat-poo infested flat
A homeless family with a newborn baby has been left in despair after Ealing Council placed them in temporary housing riddled with rat droppings, damp, and severe disrepair, sparking outrage and calls for immediate action.
Vulnerable at risk as UK housing support slashed
Charities sound the alarm as government cuts to housing vouchers and soaring rents threaten to leave thousands of vulnerable Britons, including families and the elderly, without a home. A perfect storm of policy failure and economic pressure is pushing th
Over 500,000 New Homes Blocked by English Councils
A damning new report uncovers that local councils in England have rejected plans for more than 500,000 new homes in the last five years, severely exacerbating the national housing shortage and pricing out a generation.
Hull's 1980s Housing Co-op: A Defiant Alternative to Thatcher
An exclusive look back at Hull's Giroscope housing cooperative, a radical 1980s experiment in community-led living that offered a defiant alternative to Thatcherism and whose legacy still resonates today.
Elderly Surrey woman loses £1,700 life savings in courier scam
A vulnerable 84-year-old woman from Surrey was conned out of her entire savings by sophisticated fraudsters posing as police officers in a devastating courier scam that highlights the rising threat to elderly residents.
Labour's 1.5 Million Home Plan to Solve Housing Crisis
Exclusive: Labour unveils radical 'build-up-not-out' housing strategy, pledging 1.5 million new homes and taking on NIMBY councils to fix Britain's housing emergency.
NSW Minister: Housing objectors are 'un-Sydneylike'
NSW Planning Minister Paul Scully triggers backlash after describing residents opposing new housing developments as 'un-Sydneylike'. The controversial remarks come amid a fierce debate over Sydney's housing crisis and development policies.
Australia's £7.4bn Housing Crisis Solution: 40,000 New Homes
The Australian government unveils a massive £7.4 billion housing package to tackle the nation's escalating affordability crisis, aiming to build 40,000 new social and affordable homes by 2029.
Mum exposed begging for council house while owning 5-bed home
A fraudulent mother who tearfully begged her council for emergency housing, claiming to be homeless, has been exposed as the owner of a spacious five-bedroom home. The shocking case reveals how she manipulated the system for over a year.
Bethel Residents Clash Over Affordable Housing Development
A fierce dispute erupts in Bethel, Connecticut, as locals oppose a 60-unit affordable housing development, citing environmental and infrastructure concerns while developers argue it addresses a critical housing shortage.
Govt Cuts Red Tape to Boost Home Building
In a radical move to tackle the housing shortage, the Albanese government is axing bureaucratic hurdles for builders. New reforms will fast-track approvals, cut paperwork, and get construction crews on site faster to boost desperately needed supply.
Australia's 'Spare Room Tax' Fines Homeowners For Empty Rooms
Australian homeowners are being hit with hefty fines for having empty spare rooms, a controversial policy dubbed the 'spare room tax'. Critics slam the move as a cruel blow during a severe housing shortage.
Foreclosure Crisis Devastates US Tourist Hotspots
A surge in foreclosures is devastating popular tourist destinations in Nevada and Florida, with soaring property taxes and insurance premiums forcing locals out of their homes. Exclusive analysis reveals the human cost of the post-pandemic property boom.
NSW Overhauls Planning Rules to Boost Sydney Housing Density
The Minns government pushes through major planning reforms to boost housing density across Sydney and key NSW regions, facing fierce opposition from local councils and communities over infrastructure and character concerns.
RAF families forced into emergency accommodation amid MOD housing crisis
Exclusive: Dozens of RAF service families face housing turmoil as Ministry of Defence properties remain uninhabitable, forcing them into emergency lodging during critical relocation periods.
One in Three Brits Believe They'll Never Own a Home
A stark new study reveals a crisis of confidence in homeownership, with a third of UK adults believing they will never own a property, highlighting a generational divide and deep-seated financial anxieties.
Mum of five forced to sleep in car with children
A desperate mother-of-five reveals the harsh reality of NSW's housing crisis as her family is forced to sleep in their car, facing freezing nights and an uncertain future.
88-Yr-Old Fears Losing Home in Council Tax Battle
An 88-year-old grandmother faces financial ruin and the terrifying prospect of eviction from her home after her council tax support was abruptly stopped. Her desperate plea highlights a growing crisis for elderly residents across the UK.
Mum of six lives in 3-bed home with 12 people
A struggling mother of six shares her heartbreaking story of living in cramped conditions with 12 people in a three-bedroom house as the UK housing crisis worsens.
Fraudsters Exposed as Owners of Council Houses
A damning investigation reveals fraudsters own council houses meant for vulnerable families, sparking outrage and calls for urgent reform.
Thatcher's legacy: How policies created UK housing crisis
Decades of Thatcherite housing policies have led to a surge in private landlords, exacerbating the UK's housing crisis. Explore the political roots and modern consequences.
Sydney tenant finds cracked ceiling in rental property
A Sydney tenant was horrified to discover severe structural damage in her rental property, including a cracked ceiling and wall, raising concerns about housing standards in Australia's rental market.
Right to Buy discounts cost taxpayers £1.5bn
New figures reveal the staggering cost of Right to Buy discounts to UK taxpayers, raising questions about the scheme's future amid soaring demand and housing shortages.
Billionaires' paradise faces housing crisis
The exclusive island of Martha's Vineyard, beloved by billionaires, faces a housing crisis as locals struggle to afford homes. Discover the stark contrast between luxury and affordability.
Pet minding helps Aussies survive housing crisis
As rental prices soar in Australia, more people are turning to pet minding and house sitting as creative solutions to avoid homelessness. Discover how this trend is reshaping living arrangements.
Starmer slams govt over social housing 'failure'
Labour leader Keir Starmer accuses the government of failing to address the housing crisis, as new figures reveal a dramatic shortfall in social home construction.
Solving the Global Housing Crisis: New Approaches
Discover groundbreaking strategies to address the worldwide housing shortage, from modular homes to policy reforms. Learn how cities and nations are adapting to this pressing challenge.
Elderly mum and son stuck in Travelodge for weeks
A vulnerable elderly woman and her son have been stuck in a Travelodge for weeks after being evicted from their home, highlighting the UK's growing housing crisis.
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