Couple raffles £600k home to escape Labour housing market
A Yorkshire couple is raffling their £600,000 dream home for just £2 a ticket, citing Rachel Reeves' housing policies and a stagnant market as their reason for the drastic move.
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Queensland's homeless crisis: Mass motel evictions exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Queensland's new social housing policy is leading to mass evictions of homeless families from emergency accommodation, sparking a severe humanitarian crisis.
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.
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.
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.
Angela Rayner pledges housing revolution with new towns
Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner vows a radical housing overhaul with new towns, affordable homes, and sweeping planning reforms to tackle the UK's deepening crisis.
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.
Spender: Tax Reform Key to Young Australians' Future
Independent MP Allegra Spender makes a powerful case for overhauling Australia's tax system, arguing it's essential for improving housing affordability, wage growth, and intergenerational fairness for young Australians.
Reeves Launches Major Overhaul of UK Property Tax System
Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches a comprehensive review of the UK's property tax system, targeting council tax and stamp duty in a bid to create a fairer, more efficient model for homeowners and the Treasury.
Labour's 'Workers Tax' Could Cost Families £1,600 Extra
Exclusive investigation reveals Labour's proposed 'Proportional Property Tax' could cripple average workers, with bills soaring up to £1,600 annually. Experts warn of devastating impact on family finances and rental markets.
Reeves unveils stamp duty and planning reforms
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping reforms to stamp duty and planning rules, aiming to revitalise the UK housing market and support first-time buyers.
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.
Labour to scrap 'no-fault' evictions
The Labour Party vows to abolish Section 21 evictions, offering greater security for renters in England. Here's what the proposed Renters' Reform Bill means for tenants and landlords.
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.
Rayner demands fairer council tax for mansion owners
Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner urges reform of council tax to ensure wealthy homeowners contribute fairly, easing the burden on local authorities and struggling families.
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.
Army could be deployed to solve UK housing crisis
Ministers are reportedly exploring the use of military resources to accelerate housebuilding amid a growing housing shortage in the UK.
Thatcher's Right to Buy: Legacy of Lost Homes
Decades after its launch, Margaret Thatcher's Right to Buy policy continues to spark debate. This article examines its lasting impact on housing availability and affordability in the UK.
Labour proposes tax on foreign property investors
The Labour Party proposes a new tax on foreign property investors to address the UK's housing crisis, aiming to make homes more affordable for locals.
Labour's 1.5 million home plan for UK housing crisis
Shadow Environment Secretary Steve Reed unveils Labour's ambitious housing strategy, pledging 1.5 million new homes to address Britain's chronic shortage while balancing environmental concerns.
Reeves pledges mortgage reforms for first-time buyers
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to tackle mortgage barriers for first-time buyers, promising sweeping reforms to boost homeownership in the UK.
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