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London rental crisis: tenants who complain about disrepair almost twice as likely to be evicted

New research from Shelter has found that 81 per cent of private renters have had issues with their accommodation in the past year, but are afraid to raise complaints.

Evening Standard

Why do quarter of private renters in the UK hesitate to ask for repairs

Rate of those who complained and were evicted was nearly three times that of those who had not complained

The Independent UK

Quarter of renters do not ask for repairs due to fear of eviction, says Shelter

Rate of those who complained and were evicted was nearly three times that of those who had not complained, the charity’s polling suggested.

The Independent UK

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YouTuber's heartless prank on homeless man inspired OAP to bring food to rough sleepers

Former rough sleeper Nigel Hollander, 78, decided to dedicate his time to helping the homeless and in need after watching a YouTube video in which a prankster played a cruel trick

Daily Mirror

'I saw a homeless man humiliated for "likes"... I couldn't do nothing'

"I want to leave a legacy related to helping people. The more I do it, the more I want to do it and I'm glad I am. I hope I can inspire others"

Manchester Evening News

Nurse left homeless wins landmark case after estate agents refused to rent to her because of kids

NHS worker Lexi Levens, 33, said the discrimination her family faced was “nothing short of distressing and humiliating”.

Daily Record

English letting agents who ban children breach equality rules, says ombudsman

Nurse with four children challenges the practice after landlords and letting agents refuse to rent to them

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Nurse wins landmark case after agents wouldn't rent to her because she has kids

Lexi Levens, 33, and her family were handed a Section 21 no-fault eviction on Christmas Eve - despite her and her husband passing affordability checks, no estate agent or landlord would rent to them

Daily Mirror

JoJo Baby, drag queen, club kid and doll maker who ‘broke the mold,’ dead at 51

Greeting thousands at the front door of nightclubs around the city, JoJo Baby was unforgettable.

Chicago Sun-Times

Who are the winners and losers from the Budget?

The Budget has produced groups who will be better off as well as those who may see their finances squeezed.

The Independent UK

Criminal investigation launched into fatal east London flat fire

One man died in fire on 5 March in two-bedroom flat where at least 18 people were living

The Guardian - UK

Families in temporary housing harmed by hit to schooling, study finds

Nearly half forced to move children to new schools or spend hours a day commuting to old one, Shelter says

The Guardian - UK

Almost half of homeless children forced to move schools, says charity report

Shelter blamed what it described as ‘total inaction’ from the Government for the numbers of young people in ‘traumatic’ living circumstances.

The Independent UK

IKEA makes major change to stores to highlight 'grim' reality homeless families face

In partnership with Shelter, furniture giant IKEA has installed 'Real Life Roomsets’ in various stores across the UK, in a bid to highlight the "grim" reality of those living in temporary accommodation

Daily Mirror

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Nottingham Post

Repairs your landlord must make or you could get compensation - full list

Housing charity Shelter advises there are certain repairs your landlord is always responsible for - even if your tenancy agreement says something different

Evening Standard

London’s rental crisis sees number of homeless families living in hotels reach new record high

The number of households lodging in hotels has risen 1,740 per cent over the past two years, confirmed Westminster Council

The Independent UK

Cramped and grotty rooms go on display at Ikea to highlight plight of homeless

The so-called Real Life Roomsets have gone on display at Ikea’s Birmingham, Warrington, Bristol and Hammersmith stores.

Wales Online

IKEA roomsets show reality of homelessness as 11million fear losing their home

The roomsets at IKEA are usually a swanky way to show the latest design and home fashion trends

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Step-by-step guide to what you can do if your landlord won't fix your boiler

You shouldn't be left shivering if your central heating breaks down, but you can't take the law into your own hands

Manchester Evening News

Awaab's Law: What MPs said about crucial Bill as campaign clears major hurdle in Commons

"This should never have happened"

The Guardian - UK

City mayors call for rent freeze and eviction ban for England’s tenants

Campaigners say millions are struggling, in letter to Michael Gove signed by leaders of Manchester, Liverpool and London

Chronicle Live

Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter raise over £100,000 through their Warm Paws fundraising campaign

The local animal charity started the campaign due to its increased energy bills, and it has attracted massive support from across the country

Manchester Evening News

Awaab's Law: What the new announcement means and what's next for social housing

'Vital' law changes are on the way

The Independent UK

Landlord repossessions almost doubled at end of 2022, charity says

Matt Downie of Crisis said the Government ‘cannot continue to look the other way’ as more people are forced into homelessness.

Manchester Evening News

'Your support stopped us feeling alone': Awaab Ishak's dad speaks out after massive breakthrough

'We are finally starting to feel like we are being treated fairly'

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