Analysis: Family well-being - Children feel the cramp

The shortage of affordable housing has led to families living in unfit or crowded accommodation. This can take its toll on children's health as well as their mental well-being and education. Problems linked to bad housing include: - Respiratory problems caused by damp and mould - Diseases such as bronchitis and tuberculosis - Obesity and dietary problems linked to inadequate cooking facilities and lack of safe outdoor play areas - Illness from pollution, caused by housing clustered in areas with high levels of transport and/or industry - Higher rate of accidents...