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Housing Campaigners Call for Rent Controls Before New Prime Minister
A housing coalition is urging the next Prime Minister to introduce rent controls to address the cost-of-living crisis. The Renters’ Reform Coalition says a cap on rents would help make housing more affordable and allow the government to increase housing benefit each year.
According to Property118, the coalition’s call comes after Keir Starmer resigned as Prime Minister. The Renters’ Reform Coalition is advocating for rent controls as a measure to support tenants facing rising living costs.
For UK letting agents and inventory clerks, any potential introduction of rent controls could impact rental pricing and tenancy management. The coalition’s proposal is positioned as a response to affordability challenges in the current housing market.
Source: Property118