Higher Mods Assignment copy Flashcards
What is a major issue regarding social housing in the U.K.?
Poor social housing is a massive, ongoing, and underfunded issue.
What is the effect of the rising cost of living on social housing?
It makes safe and affordable housing often unattainable to many, especially the vulnerable.
What percentage of social rented households have at least one member with a long-term illness or disability?
54%.
What is the current waiting list for social housing according to the Scottish government?
110,000 households.
What is the net loss of social homes in England based on recent statistics?
12,462 homes.
Fill in the blank: The social housing sector has seen a cut of ______ in Northern Ireland.
38.2%.
What is one of the recommendations for addressing the social housing crisis?
The U.K government needs to place more funding into the social housing sector.
How much was the budget for new affordable homes reduced by housing associations in England for 2024?
£1.5 billion.
What could the NHS potentially save annually by addressing damp and mould-related illnesses?
£38 million.
What was the average increase in weekly rent for social housing in 2023-24?
5.07%.
What percentage of landlords’ health and safety complaints were found to be maladministrated?
52%.
True or False: The eviction rate for social housing in the U.K. is low.
False.
What led to 9,457 social housing households being evicted in 2023?
Section 21.
Fill in the blank: In 2022-23, ______ social homes were sold or demolished in England.
22,023.
What is one argument against increasing funding for social housing?
It may take away funding from other important areas of investment.
What is the responsibility of landlords and housing associations regarding safety features?
Ensure all properties have the recommended safety features.
What is a consequence of landlords focusing on profits?
Rapidly inflating rent and ignored tenant complaints.
What is the impact of the lack of funding on the social housing sector?
Limits access to secure and accessible housing.
What does the term ‘HHSRS Category 1 hazard’ refer to?
Serious hazards that jeopardize tenant safety.
What is the suggested benefit of fining landlords who ignore tenant concerns?
It would encourage them to listen to tenants and reinvest in housing.
True or False: Tenants are well-informed about their rights in the U.K.
True.
What was the argument against the effectiveness of laws like Section 21?
They can be exploited by housing associations and landlords.
What is the conclusion regarding the most appropriate recommendation for the U.K. government?
Increase funding into the social housing sector.
What methodology was used to gather information for the report?
Inside Housing and Housing Ombudsman.
