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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.

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.

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.

Germany's Skills Shortage Crisis Deepens, Warns Hays

Europe's largest economy, Germany, is facing a severe skills shortage that is crippling its key industries and threatening its competitive edge, according to a major report from recruitment giant Hays.

UK New Home Building Plummets to Decade Low

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic collapse in UK housebuilding, with new home completions hitting their lowest level in over a decade, exacerbating the national housing crisis.

UK rental market sees sharpest drop since COVID

The UK rental market is experiencing its steepest decline in new properties since the pandemic, with rising demand and shrinking supply pushing prices higher, according to RICS.

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.

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.

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.

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