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Mayoral candidates clash over affordable homes

A row has erupted over the development of affordable homes between the two main candidates vying to become the next mayor of London.

Star wars: the final

As the contest heats up and our Rising Stars finalists prepare to battle it out in the grand Harrogate final, Caroline Thorpe sums up their performances so far

Capital gains

As voters decide who to elect as the next London mayor, charity chiefs Leslie Morphy and Charles Fraser examine the issues the winner must address

True blues

Bright ideas

Elderly and disabled people don’t have to live with ugly adaptations to their homes. Katie Puckett finds out about a contest shining a light on good design

Colour charts

As voters across England, Scotland and Wales prepare to go to the polls, we assess the key battlegrounds for housing

Utopia revisited

As David Cameron seeks to revive the principles of garden cities with a consultation due later this year, Colin Wiles examines how likely it is that his vision will come to fruition

Scaling new heights

Think you’ve got what it takes to become a housing sector chief executive? Simon Brandon uncovers the golden rules to help you reach your career summit

Personal shopper

Housing association Orbit’s in-house procurement team has found itself in demand as other social landlords seek its expertise. Jess McCabe finds out the secrets to its success