How will the general election impact renters and buy-to-let landlords?

Housing is in focus this election season. How will renters and buy-to-let landlords be impacted by each party’s policies?

Keir Starmer Launches Labour's Freedom To Buy Housing Policy
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Private renters and landlords make up a significant portion of the UK electorate. With this in mind, it should come as no surprise that politicians have been appealing for their votes as we race towards a general election on 4 July. 

Around 35% of people in England live in rented accommodation, according to the latest English Housing Survey. Sixteen percent are in social housing, while 19% are in private rented accommodation. 

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