We currently have a housing crisis, particularly in London and other large cities. One thing all the experts agree is that the proposals put forward by all of the political parties are … [Read more...]
Three ways to deal with the looming catastrophe of homelessness in our big cities
The problem There is a shortage of homes. Not everywhere, not all the time, but often in areas where housing is most needed, such as London. This has resulted in a massive increase in rents as … [Read more...]
The housing crisis – and four fatal mindsets which make solving it (almost) impossible
A home, the place where you live, is enormously important. We all need somewhere to go, somewhere we feel safe. But many people do not have this. Poor housing can make you ill. It can affect … [Read more...]
Some interesting proposals for housing reform from the Labour Party
A new policy review document from the Labour Party has just been published. I managed to find a bit of time this morning to take a look at it. There are some interesting proposals. Housing problems … [Read more...]
Ben's Public Eye #1
A monthly look at life in social housing land 2013 is the year of the apocalypse. Anyone working in front facing housing services has been dreading this year for quite some time. The four horsemen of … [Read more...]
Ben Reeve Lewis Friday newsround #72
[Ben Reeve Lewis is now a published author ...] Funny how days can turn around isn’t it? On Tuesday I met the mother of all jobsworths in a local county court. My client and her 6 month old had … [Read more...]