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Look out of your nearest window and what do you see? Wherever you are in the country, whether there are buildings in sight or not, your view is almost certainly of a human habitat. It might sound unlikely given that...
Safe and secure housing is the foundation of a stable life. We rely on our homes to support our happiness, our wellbeing and our ability to thrive. But for millions of renters across the country, this foundation feels fragile. Uncertain...
“Streamlining the planning process is a bit like trying to streamline democracy…” This line from Labour backbench MP Paul Truswell, spoken in a late night Commons debate almost 20 years ago, has a certain ring doesn’t it? As someone interested...
The message from the Government is clear: we face a housing crisis, and the solution is to ‘build baby build’. But building alone won’t cut it. Plans to build 1.5 million homes this parliament are laudable, but overlook the 2...
At this year’s Labour party conference we’ll once again be holding a range of panel events with expert speakers, including politicians, businesses, civil society leaders, journalists and other experts that bring fresh ideas and perspectives. We’ll be discussing the future...
Prevention must be at the centre of our approach to tackling homelessness In the midst of a housing crisis and cost of living pressures, homelessness in England is on the rise again. The number of households in temporary accommodation is...
The lockdown is perhaps the most important thing we can be doing to stop the spread of Covid 19, but it’s brought its own challenges, particularly for those at risk of loneliness or mental health issues. Fighting loneliness is increasingly...
Since many elderly people have been confined to their homes, suitable housing arrangements have never been more important to their wellbeing. Having good access to care, facilities and necessary goods and services are crucial to maintaining good physical and mental...
Before the Budget, our Chief Exec and Director, Claudia Wood, warned that the Chancellor’s housing proposals were in danger of being ‘a series of half measures’; that failed to address the depth and breadth of the housing crisis. This arguably...
