Charged out
12 March 2010
New measures to stop sub-prime lenders from unfairly penalising borrowers in mortgage arrears are currently under review. But with firms flagrantly ignoring the existing code, what chance is there that an extension of the rules will stamp out the practice? Bill Rashleigh and Tom Marshall investigate.
Open for business
10 March 2010
But for how long? Steve Hynes reports on a South West London law centre facing an uncertain future, despite its success in saving clients from homelessness
Children in need
10 March 2010
There is overwhelming evidence that, far from helping children, the care system is inflicting long-lasting damage. Phil Frampton argues that family style care homes are the best option for vulnerable kids
In from the cold
10 March 2010
The death of a woman on the streets of Paris during one of the harshest winters on record led to France outlawing evictions during the winter. Kathleen Griffin reports
Into the breach
10 March 2010
The church has always been willing to help people the state doesn’t reach. But that shouldn’t be used by government as an excuse to withdraw welfare support. David Walker, Bishop of Dudley, talks to Rachael Claye
Overcrowded children
10 March 2010
A survey of households in one London borough revealed that more than three-quarters exceeded the council’s own measure of overcrowding – until they redefined it. Peter Ambrose reports
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