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Lou Crisfield, Miles & Partners Solicitors, London

Southwark council can no longer avoid HMO rules when housing families in shared accommodation

When Ms Titiloye, a Nigerian lady with two teenage children, became destitute her family was accommodated by the London Borough of Southwark in a single room in a four bedroom flat. The living room had been converted into a bedroom ...

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01.02.2019

London HMOs

Southwark council can no longer avoid HMO rules when housing families in shared accommodation

Destitute families placed in shared houses and flats by social services should see their living conditions improved following a judicial review in the High Court. The case described below will mainly affect families who, because of their immigration status, cannot ...

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10.01.2019

An image of little cute wooden dolls wearing wool hats and sat in the snow

Agree Christmas arrangements for children now

Christmas is a magical time of the year for children. There is the anticipation of the presents they may receive, the relief of having a few weeks off school and the excitement of seeing friends and family. The hopes of ...

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03.12.2018