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Global housing challenges

Many countries worldwide are grappling with housing affordability issues, similar to the UK's situation. Factors like urbanisation, population growth, and rising construction costs contribute to these global challenges. Different nations are exploring various strategies, from social housing programmes to rent controls, to address them.

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