"Yet another wake-up call" - London Councils responds to Government temporary accommodation figures Latest Government figures published today show that the number of people living in temporary accommodation in England has hit a 25-year high. 25 July 2023
Response to government announcements on housing and planning London Councils calls for focus on building more affordable homes. 24 July 2023
London Councils announces shortlist for London Borough Apprenticeship Awards 2023 London Councils is delighted to announce the shortlist of 26 nominees for the 2023 London Borough Apprenticeship Awards, which celebrate the incredible impact apprentices have made across local government in the capital. 12 July 2023
Sharp fall in private rental listings means London’s housing pressures going from ‘bad to disastrous’ Research commissioned by London Councils and partners reveals a 41% reduction in properties available for private rent since the pandemic. 5 July 2023
Statement on the 6th anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire "Today our thoughts are with the families of people who died in the Grenfell Tower fire, the survivors and the wider North Kensington community." 14 June 2023
Renting reform ‘essential’ in face of worsening housing crisis London Councils welcomes the Renters' Reform Bill. 17 May 2023
Boroughs launch new infrastructure framework to ‘secure London’s future growth’ Boroughs have unveiled strategic priorities for infrastructure investment across the capital. 17 May 2023
Homelessness data shows need for ‘emergency action’ London Councils responds to the latest government statistics on temporary accommodation in England. 11 May 2023
Boroughs issue ‘severe weather warning’ for future rough sleeping support The increasing frequency of severe weather means more danger for those sleeping on the streets and extra pressure on local services. 4 May 2023
Figures show London’s 2024 target for council housebuilding beaten already London Councils welcomes new data from the GLA. 3 May 2023