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Panorama

Cashing in on the Housing Crisis

Duration: 29 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Wales HD

Panorama meets some of the growing number of people living in temporary accommodation. With a shortage of council-owned properties, and a desire to keep people, especially young families, out of bed and breakfasts, local authorities are increasingly turning to the private sector for help. In 2013, a change in planning laws meant companies could buy up and convert old office blocks into homes without planning permission. Reporter Callum Tulley explores life for residents living in these converted spaces. Show less

Contributors

Reporter:
Callum Tulley
Director:
Tom Jenner
Producer:
Tom Jenner
Executive Producer:
Lucie Kon

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