Homeowners speak out on gagging clauses

Mar 20, 2021 · 28m 29s
Homeowners speak out on gagging clauses
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The government responds to Money Box’s revelation that developers are asking customers to sign non-disclosure agreements as a condition of getting problems with their new build homes fixed. We also...

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The government responds to Money Box’s revelation that developers are asking customers to sign non-disclosure agreements as a condition of getting problems with their new build homes fixed. We also hear from listeners asked to keep quiet - despite the denials of developers about the practice. A change in the law next month means there could be a huge rise in the number of contractors working through unregulated umbrella companies - and some of those companies are accused of withholding holiday pay and even pension payments. And thousands of those who tried to claim universal credit in the pandemic have been rejected because they live with a partner who earns too much.

Presenter: Felicity Hannah
Reporters: Dan Whitworth & Hannah Price
Researcher: Sowda Ali
Producer: Simon Maybin
Editor: Rosamund Jones
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