5 Questions
What did Boys Smith and Morton argue about high rise social housing?
It leads to higher crime rates, weaker communities, and poorer health and education outcomes for residents
What did the Policy Exchange report call for regarding social housing in 'expensive areas'?
To be sold off in order to fund housebuilding in 'cheaper' areas
What was the demographic composition of many households in the Halcon case study?
Vulnerable women and their children
What was the impact of domestic violence on the housing situation in Halcon?
Victims of domestic violence were frequently rehoused in Halcon, leading to vulnerable households targeted by criminals
What was the first challenge faced in addressing the crime situation in Halcon?
To break the wall of silence and increase the reporting of crime
Test your understanding of the arguments presented by Boys Smith and Morton (2013) regarding the replacement of high rise social housing and the contrasting views of the Policy Exchange report on the future of social housing.
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