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Tackling overcrowding in England - a discussion paper
Publication Year
2006
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Discusses overcrowding in housing in England. Covers: how we measure overcrowding: the statutory vs the bedroom standard; how many households are overcrowded; the effects of overcrowding on families; the current position; the case for change; a new definition of overcrowding; making a difference straight away; and finally, making a difference in the longer term.
Document History
Consultation closed on 15 September 2006. To be read with Tackling overcrowding in England - lessons from the London pilot schemes and sub-regional coordination (DCLG, 2008) and Tackling overcrowding in England - an action plan (DCLG, 2007).
Publisher Information
Department for Communities and Local Government
Now known as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The Department for Communities and Local Government is a UK Government department that works to create thriving, sustainable, vibrant communities that improve everyone's quality of life. This includes housing, improving public services, regeneration, sustainability and the prevention of anti-social behaviour. They were formerly known as the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister.
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