Politicians back West Midlands chiefs call for action on housing laws

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Politicians back West Midlands chief's call for action on housing laws

Politicians have backed a call by one of the country's top police chiefs for action to stop criminals using social housing to launder cash.

Date - 11th January 2021
By - Chris Smith

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The Chairs of two Commons committees and the London Mayor’s lead for housing have urged ministers to allow councils to enforce against criminals who are using the social housing sector to launder cash. It follows a warning by West Midlands...

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