London council takes back a social housing flat

The first lady of Sierra Leone had a flat in London but lived in her country.

Published 11 June 2026 107 words
SOCIETY A1
London council takes back a social housing flat

A council in London has taken back a home. This home was for people who need a place to live.

The flat belonged to Fatima Jabbe-Bio. She is the wife of the president of Sierra Leone. The council took the flat because she did not live there most of the time.

She lived in her country, Sierra Leone, with her husband. But she kept the flat in London. This is not allowed by the rules.

Now, a family on the waiting list will get this home. The council wants to help people who really need a place to live.

Vocabulary

council — A group of people who manage a city or area.
social housing — Homes that are rented at a lower price to people who need them.
flat — A home in a building with other homes.
president — The leader of a country.
waiting list — A list of people who want something, like a home, and are waiting for it.

Discussion Questions

  1. Who is Fatima Jabbe-Bio?
  2. Why did the council take back the flat?
  3. Who will get the flat now?

Based on an article from The Guardian.

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