Housing secretary rules out rent freeze amid Iran war – despite chancellor’s hints at helping tenants
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 05:09 UTC
- Sources: The Independent
Housing Secretary Steve Reed has stated that there will be no rent freeze, despite Chancellor's previous hints at providing assistance to tenants.
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