Keeping rents down
Wednesday, October 27, 2004
'Key workers', such as teachers and nurses, are able to earn 20,000 and above, and at some stage these workers may be better able to afford high rents. But rents are now incredibly high, and I believe there should be affordable rents for everyone. The large market in 'buy to rent' properties fuels the housing market and, so we are told, is good for the economy, which I believe is the Government's first and only priority.
The large market in 'buy to rent' properties fuels the housing market and, so we are told, is good for the economy, which I believe is the Government's first and only priority.
Unions have a big part to play in improving this high rent situation, but I have not heard anything from them. Pressure on the Government to set standard rents is what is needed, but unlikely.
Adriano Caria, London SW15
