The Story Investigation: The families living in Britain's ‘slums of the future’
Sep 25, 2024
Sydney, a mother navigating the housing crisis with her young son, shares her firsthand experience of living in a converted office block. She paints a vivid picture of overcrowding, poor sanitation, and the emotional toll on families like hers. The discussion highlights the troubling reality of over 117,000 households in temporary accommodation in England. With insights from journalist Hugo Daniel, the urgent need for government action to provide permanent housing solutions becomes crystal clear. Their stories underscore the alarming conditions that define Britain’s ‘slums of the future.’
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Intro
00:00 • 2min
Struggles in Temporary Housing
02:18 • 11min
Examining Life in Temporary Housing Struggles
13:47 • 3min
Navigating the Crisis of Temporary Housing in England
17:04 • 2min
From Offices to Housing: The Vantage House Saga
18:43 • 10min
Life in Britain's 'Slums of the Future'
28:34 • 3min