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Landlord blames tenant for mice infestation

A UK renter's landlord blamed her 'hygiene' for a mice infestation. Experts say mice enter through structural gaps, making it the landlord's legal duty to fix. Learn your rights.

Labour to impose VAT on private school fees

Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell confirms Labour will impose 20% VAT on private school fees, generating £1.6bn for state education while sparking fierce debate over educational choice and funding.

Landlords blast Rachel Reeves over £30k fine double standards

Private landlords hit with massive £30,000 penalty for HMO licensing violations blast Labour's Rachel Reeves for apparent hypocrisy after her own tenant dispute emerges. The property licensing crackdown faces scrutiny as MP's rental history comes to light

The hidden dangers of renting from friends

As rental costs soar, more Britons are turning to friends for accommodation. But does mixing money and friendship create a recipe for disaster? Exclusive insights reveal the emotional and financial pitfalls.

Britain's rental nightmare: tenants left unprotected

Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of private renters face dangerous living conditions while social housing tenants enjoy better protections. Discover the growing crisis in Britain's rental market.

New Laws: Tenants Can Sue Landlords Over Mould

Groundbreaking legislation gives tenants unprecedented power to sue landlords over hazardous living conditions including damp, mould and cold homes. Discover your new rights.

Get Your Full Rental Deposit Back - Expert Guide

Discover expert tips and legal rights that could save you hundreds of pounds when moving out of your rental property. Learn what landlords can and cannot deduct from your deposit.

UK House Prices See Biggest Drop in Over a Decade

New data reveals UK house prices have fallen at their fastest rate in over 12 years as soaring mortgage costs and economic uncertainty hammer the property market, creating a 'renter's revolution'.

Kids protest Labour's private school tax plan

Dozens of students and parents staged an emotional protest outside Labour's London headquarters, warning that the party's VAT on private schools could devastate family finances and overwhelm state education.

House Share War Over Kitchen Sink Teeth Brushing

A furious flatmate feud erupts over one tenant's bizarre habit of brushing her teeth in the kitchen sink. Discover the grim details and have your say in this ultimate test of house-share etiquette.

40% of UK Renters Ration Energy to Afford Bills

A damning new study reveals the brutal choice facing millions of private renters in Britain's cost-of-living crisis: heat or eat. With energy bills skyrocketing, a staggering two in five are forced to ration their energy use just to keep a roof over their

50% of UK Renters Forced to Ration Energy Use

A damning new report from Citizens Advice exposes a deepening crisis for UK renters, with half forced to ration energy due to unaffordable bills and poorly insulated homes, creating a 'perfect storm' of hardship.

London rents hit record high of £2,121 per month

New data from Rightmove shows London's average monthly rent has hit a staggering £2,121, as experts warn the Spring Budget offers little relief for tenants in the capital's fiercely competitive market.

Trump could deploy private army in US cities

Exclusive: Donald Trump is reportedly exploring using private security contractors for domestic operations, including immigration enforcement and policing, raising alarming legal and constitutional questions.

Amazon Prime sued in UK over 'buying' vs 'renting' movies

A major class-action lawsuit alleges Amazon Prime misled millions of UK customers into believing they were purchasing digital movies permanently, when they were only renting them. The claim could cost the tech giant over £500 million in compensation.

NHS Crisis Forces Record Numbers to Go Private

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in Britons turning to private medical care, driven by unprecedented NHS waiting times and a perceived 'postcode lottery' for treatment. This investigation uncovers the human cost of the healthcare crisis.

Soho House Goes Private in Major $1.1bn Deal

Exclusive members' club Soho House has de-listed from the stock market in a major shift. Discover the implications for its global membership and the future of private hospitality.

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