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SHELTER says that house prices are now almost seven times average incomes. Repossessions are increasing. Private rented accommodation is often the only option, whether suitable or not.
One-third of private rented homes in England fail to meet the Decent Homes Standard and rents are increasing significantly faster than inflation.
Social housing was originally seen as a right to a decent home, for anyone, regardless of income.
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