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The UK government has introduced the Renters' Rights Bill, aiming to ban no-fault evictions and enhance tenant protections. Key provisions include outlawing rental bidding wars and preventing discrimination against tenants on benefits. The bill is expected to be debated in Parliament soon, with hopes for implementation by summer 2025.
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The UK government, under Labour's plans, aims to build 1.5 million homes by 2029. A new joint venture, the MADE Partnership, has been launched to facilitate this goal, while experts advocate for low-carbon standards in new housing developments to reduce energy costs and emissions.
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On September 10, 2024, MPs voted to means-test winter fuel payments, limiting support to the poorest pensioners. This decision, backed by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, will reduce recipients from 11.4 million to 1.5 million, raising concerns over increased poverty levels among the elderly during winter. The government cites a £22 billion financial shortfall as justification.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves has defended cuts to Winter Fuel Payments for pensioners, citing a £22 billion public finance shortfall. This decision follows stagnant economic growth in July, raising concerns about the government's fiscal strategy ahead of the upcoming budget on October 30.
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The UK government has voted to limit winter fuel payments to pensioners on specific benefits, affecting over 10 million people. This decision aims to save £1.5 billion amid a £22 billion financial shortfall, raising concerns about the welfare of vulnerable seniors this winter.