Struggling families could get help to pay the rent amid the cost of living crisis, according to Cabinet minister Michael Gove. In a BBC interview with Laura Kuenssberg on Sunday, the Levelling Up Secretary said "targeted support" would be offered for renters across the UK to be able to pay their private landlords.
It comes as rent outside of London has hit a record high, with monthly bills increasing to £1,162 on average between the months of July and September, according to online real estate and property website Rightmove. On top of this, many households have been affected by rising inflation, which currently stands at 10.1%, as food and energy prices are currently rocketing.
During his interview on the BBC, Michael Gove was unable to provide details about specific support available to renters but he said that ministers were looking at a "range of options". Housing is a devolved policy area in Wales but the minister didn't rule out providing support to renters via the benefits system, tax relief, or other forms of direct support.
