The plans mean new regulations on hazards and minimum standards of homes.

The new scheme will create a new supply of affordable rented homes at below market rents.

Sonia James, who lives on the third floor, cannot use the stairs and is stranded in her flat.

A former mayor says she and others are often "unfairly judged" for living in social housing.

Residents living near a nuclear power plant have seen rents double to £3,000 a month.

Charles Egbiremolen operated eight bedsits without a licence in a converted three-bedroom house.

Karen Bray says demand for housing is so high she has to live in a flat that is unsuitable for her.

A growing number of young people are moving back in with their parents amid rising rents.