Councillor Fielker opposes Right to Buy despite Labour support, citing its negative impact on Southampton’s social housing supply and families. Southampton Council Leader Fielker Clashes with Labour Over Right to Buy A Labour councillor, Lorna Fielker, disagrees with the government. She says Right to Buy hurt city council housing. Right to Buy lets council tenants…
Ipswich council leaders approved a 2.7% rent increase for affordable housing, aiming to support ongoing housing projects and financial sustainability. Leaders Vote in Favour of Hiking Ipswich Council Home Rents Ipswich: On Wednesday, Ipswich Borough Council met to discuss housing rents. They proposed a 2.7% increase in affordable and social rents. This aligns with government…
The Vale of Glamorgan Council has decided to raise rents by 2.7% for the upcoming year, sparking mixed reactions from local councillors. Council Housing Rent Set to Increase in the Vale of Glamorgan Vale of Glamorgan: The council just voted to bump up rents by 2.7% for the 2025/26 year. They say it’s necessary to…
A recent study shows many councils are struggling to maintain housing budgets, risking future projects and repairs Southwark Council Research Uncovers Challenges in Council Housing Southwark: A new survey has revealed that many councils are in a tough spot when it comes to managing their housing budgets. It turns out that two-thirds of the councils…
