Rent setting: social housing (England)
This paper explains policy developments in relation to setting social housing rent levels in England since 2002. For five years from April 2020 rent increases are based on the Consumer Price Index +1%.

This paper provides background information on the introduction of HIPs and a chronology of key developments during their long implementation period up to their suspension in May 2010.
Home Information Packs: a short history (305 KB , PDF)
This paper provides background information on the introduction of HIPs and a chronology of key developments during their long implementation period up to their suspension in May 2010.
Home Information Packs: a short history (305 KB , PDF)
This paper explains policy developments in relation to setting social housing rent levels in England since 2002. For five years from April 2020 rent increases are based on the Consumer Price Index +1%.
Commons Library publications on the rising cost of living in the UK, including cause of inflation, the effect on households, and Government support.
An overview of eligibility for leaseholder protections in the Building Safety Act 2022 and what those protections cover.