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The cheapest and most expensive areas to rent in the UK

The cheapest and most expensive areas to rent in the UK
The cost of renting is hitting record highs – but it’s not the same everywhere
25 May 2022
The rent expenses ‘loophole’ used by MPs to pocket taxpayer cash

The rent expenses ‘loophole’ used by MPs to pocket taxpayer cash
Two Labour lawmakers and 15 Tories claimed total of £1.3m for rental costs while letting out own properties
12 Nov 2021
Coronavirus: will rents be frozen?

Coronavirus: will rents be frozen?
Government facing calls to protect private tenants from eviction during outbreak
4 May 2020
How an ‘Airbnb exodus’ could create UK ghost towns

How an ‘Airbnb exodus’ could create UK ghost towns
Analysis suggest a surge in listings is hollowing out communities
26 Apr 2019
Government plans to ban no-fault evictions 

Government plans to ban no-fault evictions
Charities welcome proposal but landlords warn it risks supply issue
15 Apr 2019
Where is the cheapest place to rent in the UK? 

Where is the cheapest place to rent in the UK?
Average monthly cost has dropped by £9 - but experts predict steep hikes
23 Jan 2019
The pros and cons of rent controls in London

The pros and cons of rent controls in London
Mayor Sadiq Khan reportedly considering rule changes aimed at bolstering private renters’ rights
10 Dec 2018

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Sex-for-rent landlords caught on camera

Sex-for-rent landlords caught on camera
Undercover reporter was offered free rent and bills in exchange for sexual favours
11 Sep 2018
Rightmove sorry for ‘sex for rent’ ad for Birmingham house

Rightmove sorry for ‘sex for rent’ ad for Birmingham house
Property website said the advert had been removed as soon as the company was aware of it
27 Jul 2018