Hundreds protest against high rents in London The London Renters Union said up to 500 people marched through central London to protest ‘against soaring rents’ and ‘exploitation’ of tenants. The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2024
Starmer criticises Labour MP over tenants’ complaints of mould and ants PM says ‘it’s unacceptable’ when asked about Jas Athwal allegations but adds MP is ‘taking action to put it right’ The Guardian - UK · Sep 2, 2024
Tuesday briefing: How the housing crisis is hitting tenants hardest In today’s newsletter: No-fault evictions are rocketing, bills are ballooning and social housing lists are overloaded – what the statistics reveal about renting today and why urgent reform is needed The Guardian - UK · Aug 8, 2023
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 · Mar 30, 2023
Sadiq Khan, council leaders and trade unionists call for immediate rent freeze to tackle ‘wild west rental market’ Four in five London renters are struggling to meet housing costs Evening Standard · Feb 23, 2023
Sadiq Khan and Andy Burnham demand private rent freezes to support millions The London and Manchester mayors have joined Green Party leaders and union bosses including Mick Lynch in calling for Michael Gove to bring in a Scotland-style freeze on rents Daily Mirror · Feb 23, 2023