Property guardians: companies accused of doubling rents

People living in empty buildings at cheaper than the market rate are facing steep increases and possible lawsuits

Firms that house residents in buildings that would otherwise sit empty have been accused of raising costs during the cost of living crisis, with one company reportedly increasing some fees by more than 100%.

It means property guardians - those who live in empty buildings such as ex-factories, offices, care homes and condemned housing - are facing steep increases. Some fear being made homeless.