Double jeopardy: insecurity at work and at home
Think tank: The Work Foundation
Author(s): George Williams
April 17, 2024
This report from UK think tank the Work Foundation looks at the UK’s private rented sector.
This report from UK think tanks The Work Foundation looks at the UK’s private rented sector.
Our analysis shows that 1.4 million UK workers face the ‘double jeopardy’ of insecurity at work and at home as private rents hit a record 9.2% increase on the year.
Bold policy ideas are required to tackle the structural failures of the UK’s housing market and private rented sector, including boosting housing supply (including affordable and social housing), increasing tenant security, and rent controls.
It is crucial that Government also acts to increase access to secure, well-paid employment, which could also help in supporting people into more secure and affordable accommodation in the future.
