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New Plans for Temporary Housing in South London: Ex-Student Accommodation Set to House Homeless Families Overview of the Initiative South London faces a housing crisis. The plan takes a former student residence and changes it into temporary housing for homeless families. The borough has more than 11,000 households on the waiting list as of March 2025. AKA Capability LLP now owns the Mount Clare campus,...

South London HMO Plans Approved Amidst Community Concerns Planning Approval for HMO Growth The council approved a plan at 17 Moordown, Woolwich. The council changes a single family house into a space for six residents. The plan adds a rear extension. Residents sent about 50 objections. Neighbours worry about more traffic, noise, and disputes. Before, the council allowed a change for five residents....

Tenants Secure £260,000 in Rent Rebates from ‘Rogue Landlord’ in Landmark Tribunal Case In a key legal win, London tenants claim success in a tribunal case. Residents of two buildings in Hackney challenged a landlord who acted outside accepted norms. A judge called him a “rogue landlord.” This case shows ongoing worries over housing standards and landlord duty in the UK, especially for residents...

Greenwich Council Approves HMO Plans in South London Despite Local Opposition Greenwich Council has approved the change of a single-family home at 17 Moordown, Woolwich into a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO). Many local people worry about the impact on their community. In this decision, the council connects a plan for extra occupancy with strong local reactions. The Controversial Approval The council...

Two Houses Collapse During HMO Redevelopment in Richmond Incident Overview On September 11, 2024, two houses at 47A, 47, and 49 Lower Mortlake Road in Richmond, West London collapsed. The works were underway; the collapse happened just before 15:00 BST. Emergency teams arrived quickly. No one was hurt. Details of the Project The project aimed to change the houses into 14 co-living flats for working people....

Enfield Council Introduces Updated HMO Licensing Scheme to Protect Tenants Date: 24th April 2025 By: Simon Cairnes Enfield Council today announces a new HMO licensing scheme. The council aims to raise tenant safety and improve property standards. The council replaces the older HMO license plan, which will soon end. Now, small HMOs with three or four tenants from separate households and a shared space must...

Enfield Council Expands HMO Licensing Scheme to Protect Tenants Date: 24th March 2025 Enfield Council makes a clear move to improve tenants' safety and raise property standards. The Council has launched a new licensing scheme for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). This scheme replaces the old, larger programme and now covers smaller HMOs too. The change meets strong housing needs in the...

Understanding Yahoo's Digital Ecosystem: A Look at Cookie Policies and User Control Today, the online world feels fast and full of choices. Yahoo stands as a key site. It is part of a group that includes AOL and the ad service Yahoo Advertising. This piece explains Yahoo’s cookie rules, user control, and what that means for your visit. Yahoo's Digital Presence Yahoo runs many sites and apps. Millions of...

Understanding Yahoo's Family of Brands and Cookie Policy Overview of the Yahoo Family Yahoo is a well-known name online. It works as part of the Yahoo family of brands. This group includes several websites and apps, like the main Yahoo platform and the AOL brand. Yahoo also runs a digital advertising service called Yahoo Advertising. This connected network lets users use a wide range of services and view...

Landlords Fined Nearly £100,000 for Overcrowded London HMO Following Fatal Fire Two landlords face fines close to £100,000. They pleaded guilty to many housing law breaches. They ran an overcrowded flat in East London. A fire, sparked by a faulty e-bike battery, took a man’s life. The Incident On 5 March 2023, a fire broke out at Maddocks House in Shadwell. The London Fire Brigade responded fast....