London Councils Urge £3 Per Week Social Rent Convergence to Fund New Homes
London boroughs have called on the government to confirm its social rent convergence policy this month, arguing that it is…
Property
Islington sets out 2026 Priorities after Year of Housing Gains and Community Investment
Islington Council has outlined its priorities for 2026 after a year that saw hundreds of families move into affordable homes,…
Croydon Council Steps up Crackdown on Tenancy Fraud to Free up Homes
Croydon Council has intensified its action against tenancy fraud as pressure on social housing reaches critical levels across the borough.…
Rogue landlords in Brent ordered to repay £564k from illegal flat
Rogue landlords in Brent have been brought to heel by an order to repay over half a million pounds following…
Chelsea secures planning for 274 new homes including first extra care scheme
A major planning milestone has been achieved in Chelsea with approval for 274 new homes, including the borough’s first purpose-built…
Historic Black Community Centre now vulnerable after being denied heritage status
A community centre in north-west London associated with preventing race riots in the 1980s faces demolition after being denied heritage…
Old Spotted Dog Forest Gate restoration approved with hotel and flats
Plans have been approved to restore the Old Spotted Dog in Forest Gate, bringing the long-derelict pub back into use…
Former Oxford Street Campus to Become New Food Hall and Office Space
A former college campus and office block near Oxford Street is set to undergo a major redevelopment, creating new retail,…
Lidl Plans New Hamsey Green Store with Housing and Jobs
Lidl has submitted new plans to build a supermarket and housing development on a long‑derelict site at Hamsey Green, on…
Islington Council Proposes Nine Sites to Support Gypsy and Traveller Community
Islington Council has proposed nine potential sites for travellers in a bid to provide up to 13 permanent pitches, following…
