‘Beds in Sheds’ Building Is Torn Down

A council has taken landmark action to demolish an outbuilding which it suspected would have been used as an illegal “beds in sheds” dwelling.  Hillingdon council has demolished the two-storey structure at the bottom of businessman Syed Hussain’s back garden in Hayes, after a lengthy planning dispute. When officials gained access to enforce a destruction order, they found that it had been fitted with a kitchen and appliances. Illegally let outbuildings are a growing problem in London, with people often living in cramped conditions. London Fire Brigade says 13 deaths have been caused by fires that started in makeshift homes since 2009. Read more on the Evening Standard website.