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Families and children

1.6 million children in Britain live in housing that is overcrowded, temporary, or run-down. Find out more arrow

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Council house waiting lists

How long will it take your local authority to clear their waiting list? Compare councils in your area. Find out more arrow

Bad housing

Improving living conditions

Living in poor quality, badly maintained housing puts tenants' health and wellbeing at risk. Read more arrow

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Homes or investments?

Has the recession affected how homeowners view their properties, and what were its origins? Read more arrow

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The cost of housing has risen beyond all reason.

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