Housing Affordability and Inequality during the COVID19 pandemic

The pandemic enhanced existing housing affordability issues, as job losses and reduced hours forced many households to fall back on savings, credit cards and loans from family and friends. This situation has seriously damaged the real estate industry, halting construction, as well as making it very difficult for individuals to pay for their rents or mortgages. Countries have responded to the crisis with an variety of measures aimed at supporting tenants and mortgage-holders. This session explores some of these issues worldwide. It is also expected that several issus on housing afforbability to be convered in the debate.