The Latest Breaking News from Michael Gove

Record numbers of people are living in temporary accommodation in England, according to the UK government’s latest reported figures. Statistics on statutory homelessness show that in March 2023, 104,510 households – including over 131,000 children – were living in hotels, hostels, B&Bs and the like.

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Social housing landlord ordered to pay tenants compensation after findings of severe maladministration

In recent days the Tories have set out a range of reforms and proposals designed to boost house-building in England.

Mayor of London hits back at prime minister over ‘pathetic gesture politics’

Housing Secretary Michael Gove’s new housing plan has much to shout about — but there’s a big question still to be answered.

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Editorial: Regeneration of city centres can’t make up for 13 years in which renters were neglected while construction giants profited

Failure to build social housing – first revealed by The Independent – has condemned 105,000 families to temporary accommodation