The government wants to address the loss of social housing, but critics say more action is needed.

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council will use the £1.5m grant to buy six properties.

Jonathan Gullis says a decision to close the Office for Place was 'tragic news' for the city.

The government may send envoys to oversee decisions taken by the independent mayor of Tower Hamlets.

The Star of Greenwich faces permanent closure after their landlord called in £50,000 in rent arrears.

Gravesham Borough Council will use the grant to turn brownfield sites into affordable housing.

Bringing empty homes back into use can be tricky, but campaigners say a lot more could be done to help.

Local government experts say councils made all the "easy cuts" years ago and still face shortfalls.