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Renters Struggle: Rent vs. Groceries Battle

  • Writer: Sarah Ruivivar
    Sarah Ruivivar
  • Jul 7
  • 2 min read
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As the House of Lords debates the Renters Rights Bill, activists are raising alarms about the affordability crisis faced by tenants.


According to the Renters Reform Coalition, a staggering 3.8 million tenants "always" or "often" struggle to afford groceries due to high rent costs. The coalition, which includes various tenant and student unions, also highlights that nearly 1 in 10 renters have resorted to selling or pawning personal items to cover rent expenses.


Enter Baroness Grender, a former Liberal Democrat communications director turned House of Lords member, who proposes an amendment to the Renters Rights Bill. Her proposal calls for a review of rent affordability in England, aiming to address the financial strain on renters. The coalition supports this amendment, armed with polling data from More In Common, revealing that 32% of renters frequently struggle to afford essentials due to rent costs.


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Baroness Grender emphasizes the urgency of passing the Bill, advocating for tenant protections and fairer rental prices. "A caring society starts with a stable home," she asserts, pushing for affordability and fairness in the rental market.


Tom Darling, director at the Renters Reform Coalition, echoes these concerns, stating, "The cost of rent is out of control." He stresses the need for more government action on affordability, as the current situation is unsustainable.


As the debate continues, all eyes are on the government to see how they will address this pressing issue. Will the Renters Rights Bill and Baroness Grender's amendment pave the way for a more affordable and fair rental market? Only time will tell, but one thing is clear: the struggle between rent and groceries is a battle many tenants can no longer afford to fight.


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