We must look after our social housing legacy in Mile Cross
Huge congratulations to The Common Lot for the success of “The Great Estate” which was enjoyed by approximately 4000 people and celebrated the proud history of building social housing in Norwich. It challenged all in power to tackle the current housing crisis and reminded us all why social housing is such an important part of this area.
To achieve this the Green Party has clear policies including a mass programme of building new council housing, with secure tenancies and affordable rents for residents. Greens in power would give more rights to private sector renters by introducing a living rent to control rip-off rental prices, implement mandatory licensing for all landlords, and support renter’s unions to stand up against landlord abuses.
In Norwich we challenge the Labour led council to tackle the appalling backlog of outstanding repairs to council housing, to ensure all social housing meets statutory fire regulations and act on potentially lethal mould, after many residents report radio silence from the Labour council on these serious issues. Your Mile Cross Green Party team have actively been helping residents suffering with these issues and getting the council to act. Get in touch if you need our help!
