How the U.K. Broke Its Own Economy

Re:How the U.K. Broke Its Own Economy by quantum_panda on Tuesday March 04, 2025 @11:02AM (#43256432)

This doesn't describe council houses I've seen in London and surroundings (e.g. Milton Keynes/Bletchley).

What I remember: - small rooms - mould - no insulation - in larger buildings gardens, if any, would be only for ground floor flats - in smaller buildings flats would be split over 3 levels, with each level being rather small - often wired entrance to the flats from outdoor gallery/balcony (in larger buildings) - low ceilings (for my liking)

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Re:How the U.K. Broke Its Own Economy by have_faith on Tuesday March 04, 2025 @12:36PM (#43257720)

My experience is from the midlands, specifically in council estates that were predominantly terraced and semi-detached houses (small blocks of 4 or so houses at a time). No flats so that might be a big distinguishing factor (as well as not being in London...). Definitely had problems but rarely because of the build quality itself, some issues with neglect in some areas.

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