The Independent emphasizes the crucial role of journalism in covering significant issues like reproductive rights and the housing crisis. Through reporting and documentaries, they strive to present balanced stories. Recently, London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan proposed giving councils the authority to significantly increase council tax on vacant second homes to mitigate the housing crisis in the city. He believes the current double tax is insufficient and points out the problem of investment properties being left unoccupied, highlighting the need for accountability from property owners.
"That's not enough. I want councils to have the power to charge much more for leaving your property vacant."
"They've not been lived in, because those who bought it know equity will go up and the price of the flat will go up, and they don't need to live there."
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