Empty homes, desperate families: Harrow needs action beyond promises

World Homelessness Day (10 October) raises a pressing question for Harrow: how can empty properties help families struggling to find a safe, affordable home? Harrow Council recorded 1,361 households in temporary accommodation at the end of March 2025, while government statistics show more than 303,000 long-term vacant homes across England in October 2025. These figuresContinue reading “Empty homes, desperate families: Harrow needs action beyond promises”

Harrow land use needs rethinking, ‘putting residents first’!

Since Harrow council administration is participating in a review of London’s green belt led by Sir Sadiq Khan’s office, would they be rethinking about the Harrow’s Core Strategy and Local Plan? This becomes pertinent as the review aims to assess and potentially revise the green belt designation in London, including areas within Harrow. The mayorContinue reading “Harrow land use needs rethinking, ‘putting residents first’!”