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Charities Urge Reversal of Local Housing Allowance Freeze

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Joseph Rowntree Foundation and Shelter, along with 17 other charities, issued an open letter urging the Prime Minister to reverse the decision to freeze Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates. The charities warn that LHA rates do not reflect the 23% rise in private rent levels since September 2023, creating a disparity that they describe as a record high. The letter states that 78% of renters receiving housing support lack essentials, and 56% are in arrears with household bills.

From localgov.co.uk

Why it matters

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The charities argue that the LHA freeze is forcing low-income renters to use funds allocated for bills to cover rent costs, which drives up poverty and homelessness. They estimate that uprating LHA in 2027/28 would cost £1.7bn, a cost they claim is currently being passed directly onto low-income renters.

ONS data highlights cost of living issues, prompting calls for government action regarding housing market failures.

From localgov.co.uk

Who's involved

  • Joseph Rowntree FoundationJointly advocating for policy change regarding housing issues.
  • ShelterJointly advocating for policy change regarding housing issues.
  • Rishi SunakThe recipient of the open letter's demand to reverse the LHA freeze.
  • Rachel ReevesEngages with and responds to housing policy concerns raised by Shelter.

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • EnglandSpeculative

    Housing costs across England might increase due to the disparity between LHA rates and private rent levels.

  • West OxfordshireSpeculative

    Local councils in areas like West Oxfordshire might face increased costs absorbing housing shortfalls.

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