Social Housing Occupancy by Migrants in London
Nearly half of social housing properties in London are occupied by families with a migrant head of household, costing Britain billions in lost rent. The issue has sparked political debate and raised concerns about the impact on local councils and taxpayers.
Key Points
- 48% of social housing in London occupied by foreign-born heads of households
- Costs Britain around £3.6 billion annually in lost rent
- Concerns about impact on local councils and taxpayers
Cons
- Loss of rent revenue for Britain
- Potential impact on local council taxes
- Exacerbation of housing crisis