Rushanara Ali, the Labour MP for Bethnal Green and Stepney, reportedly increased the rent of her east London townhouse from £3,300 to £4,000 after the previous tenants' contract ended. The tenants were given just four months' notice before the lease was not renewed. Following the departure of the previous occupants, the property was listed as a rental for a higher amount, leading to accusations of exploitation. Despite her role as minister for homelessness, Ali has faced backlash for the rental increase and previously criticized private renting practices.
Rushanara Ali has been accused of raising the rent on her east London townhouse from £3,300 to £4,000 after the previous tenants vacated the property.
According to reports, the previous occupants were notified only four months in advance that their lease would not be renewed, raising concerns about tenant rights.
After the previous tenants left, the house was relisted as a rental for £700 more each month when no buyer was found, prompting accusations of exploitation.
Rushanara Ali, the Labour MP for Bethnal Green and Stepney, has faced scrutiny despite previously criticizing private renters for being exploited and discriminated against.
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