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Rent Crisis: Britons Forced to Spend Over a Third of Salary on Housing – Here Are the UK's Priciest Areas

New ONS figures reveal renters in England spend 36.3% of income on housing, with London tenants paying 41.6% — and some boroughs like Kensington and Chelsea swallowing more than 70%.

International Business Times UK

Tenants in England spending ‘unaffordable’ 36% of income on rent, shows survey

ONS figures for 2024 show top 10 least affordable areas all in London (42% of income) while most affordable region was north east (20%)

The Guardian - UK

Rent rises, evictions and homelessness likely as Renters Rights Bill delayed yet again

Rent rises, evictions and homelessness

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Landlords in England face ban on ‘outrageous’ upfront charges

Angela Rayner amends renters’ rights bill to limit rent that can be charged in advance, as MPs prepare to debate it

The Guardian - UK

Campaigners welcome plans for no-fault evictions ban to return to Parliament

A Bill aimed at banning no-fault evictions is expected to have its first reading in the Commons this week.

The Independent UK

'A long overdue step': Chancellor Rachel Reeves promises to ban no-fault evictions with end of section 21

The new Labour government has re-affirmed its promise to ban section 21 and committed to building 1.5 million new homes

Evening Standard

Renters Reform Bill: "hugely disappointing" that no-fault eviction ban won't pass before the General Election

Both tenant and landlord groups bemoan the failure to pass the bill after five years as London rents up 45% since last election

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What could the General Election mean for London's property prices and rental reforms?

Will the property market summer slowdown start early? Or could we get a Rishi Rebound or Starmer Spring-up?

Evening Standard

Revolving door of housing ministers an insult to renters, say campaign groups

Rachel Maclean’s sacking comes just a day ahead of the Renters Reform Bill reaching a crucial stage in its passage through Parliament.

The Independent UK

No-fault evictions ban due before MPs with Labour warning delay has heavy price

The Renters’ Reform Coalition says its polling shows the public support banning no-fault evictions for renters.

The Independent UK

Open letter urges Rishi Sunak to prioritise security for renters and expedite bill

‘Government’s record in delivering on security for renters unfortunately stands in stark contrast’

The Independent UK

Government help for renters in stark contrast to homeowner support, PM told

An open letter signed by groups including Shelter, The Big Issue founder Lord Bird and Citizens Advice has been written to Rishi Sunak.

The Independent UK

Landlords demanding renters send photo, CV and character references

Prospective tenants are being asked to provide personal details in order to secure a contract, raising fears of discrimination

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