Actually the house is allocated to the tenant, council housing was actually built for all, not just those in desperate need, the 'rules' just changed over time. I agree that it seems silly that one person should be living in a three bed place, but there are many reasons as to why people can't move as a lady as stated in an earlier message. You know one couple who didn't want to move out, I know many many people who do, but can not afford to, and they are the working ones who can not afford the new affodable rents. I know many people who own three bed places, who have never had children, and very rarely use the rooms, should we be asking all people who are under occupying to move out? Dangerous. Also, regarding the lodger what if he/she happens to be an unempoyed person who needs a roof over their head. When I was a 17 year old homeless person, working though, it was not those people I knew with their own homes or who had any money that gave me a roof over my head, whether it be a sofa or sharing a bedroom, it was some very kind people who had next to nothing who helped me get on my feet, before I found a decent bedsit, and in my experience it is always those people who have less that give most.
Jaz Brown ● 4487d