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A MOTHER is outraged by the system after her family of five is compelled to live in a two-bedroom council house.
Emma Thomas, a resident of [location], confirmed that she was given a back when she became pregnant with her first child, her son.
A mother of three has left people completely divided after showcasing her cramped council house bedroomCredit: tiktok/@emmaunfilteredlife
While some sympathized with Emma’s unfortunate situation, online critics did not hold back with their opinionsCredit: tiktok/@emmaunfilteredlife
However, after meeting her partner, Emma unexpectedly became pregnant with twins, resulting in two adults and three children living in the same small space.
While her oldest child has his own room, Emma, her partner, and their twins are now sharing one small bedroom.
Posting online, the mother, who frequently shares her “unfiltered” life on social media, provided viewers with a glimpse into their living situation.
Though some could empathize with Emma’s unfortunate circumstances, not everyone was kind, as trolls suggested it was the mother’s fault for their lack of space.
Emma remarked: “Tell me you live in a council house and are overcrowded without telling me – I’ll go first.”
Displaying her busy bedroom, which contains a double bed and two children's beds, the mother explained: “This is our current setup – there are four of us sleeping in this room.”
She acknowledged that she had been awake “since the crack of dawn rearranging the bedroom,” in a desperate attempt to create more space for the family.
She added: “What really frustrates me is that there are people out there who manage to get bigger houses while I am following all the right procedures and still have nowhere to go.”
Disappointed in her inability to secure a larger home, Emma criticized the system as “ridiculous” and shared how living in such cramped conditions is affecting her.
She continued: “It’s difficult because there are two adults and two children in one bedroom.”
Subsequently, Emma candidly discussed why private housing isn’t an option she desires to pursue.
She expressed: “I wish I could afford to move privately because I would be out of here by now if I could. However, I have looked into private options, but there are two main issues – you don’t have the security that comes with council housing, and the costs are double what I’m currently paying for this two-bedroom house.”
Big Divide
Emma’s video, posted under the username @ emmaunfilteredlife , has clearly left many astonished, quickly garnering 34,500 views in just 24 hours.
However, social media users were left entirely divided by Emma’s situation – while many rushed to offer messages of support, unkind trolls were also out in full force.
Would it not be better to move to a bigger property before more children come along?
TikTok user
One user commented: “Don’t have more children.”
Another asked: “Genuine question, as I see this a lot… why did you expand your family knowing your house wasn’t big enough?”
A third remarked: “You should have ensured you could afford a larger home for them.”
Meanwhile, someone else questioned: “Wouldn’t it be better to relocate to a bigger property before having more children?”
How can I get a council house?
To apply for a council house, you need to complete and submit an application to your local authority.
To find your local authority, simply use the Government’s council locator tool on its website.
Once you access your local council’s website, it should provide you with guidelines on how to complete your application.
After applying, you will likely need to join a waiting list.
Keep in mind that being placed on a waiting list does not guarantee you will receive a council house offer.
Your council should also provide advice on how to maintain your current home and address any issues you may have, such as problems with a landlord or neighbors.
You are eligible to apply for council housing if you are a British citizen residing in the UK and have not lived abroad recently.
Each council has its own local rules regarding who qualifies to be on the housing register, which is typically based on a “points” or “banding” system.
For instance, you’re likely to be prioritized for housing if you:
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