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Commentary submitted by Manjinder Kaur Atwal in their own words.
Back to profileHomeless deaths show level of national failure PM must confront – campaigner
These figures are shocking. One of the most concerning points about them is that they capture people at the very end of a much longer process.
Rollout dates across England for new landlord registration service set out
Giving councils and tenants better information about who is operating in the private rented sector is a positive step, but registration will only make a real difference if it leads to action against landlords who repeatedly fail to meet their obligations.
Analysis shows housing support rises do not boost costs after PM warned of ‘chasing rents’
Freezing Local Housing Allowance while private rents continue to rise risks making the private rented sector increasingly inaccessible to low-income households.
Tories pledge to evict foreign nationals from social housing to free up homes
Coming amid renewed debate about leaving the ECHR, this looks more like a political statement than a workable policy.
Angela Rayner rules out rent controls and admits 1.5m homes goal ‘challenging’
The debate around rent controls is often presented as an either/or choice, but the reality is more complex. Whether or not rent controls are introduced, the fundamental challenge remains the chronic shortage of affordable housing.
‘New era’ for private renters as stronger rights and protections come into force
Ending Section 21 is genuinely transformative.
Reeves hints at help for tenants amid reports of rent freeze plan
The pressure on renters is very real.