# Should the government freeze rents because of the Iran war?

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Podcast: [James O'Brien Daily](https://stenobird.com/podcast/james-o-brien-daily-7140035)
Published: 2026-04-28T15:25:00+00:00
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The King has met Trump with a message: Britain and America willl always find common ground. But why now? And what does Keir Starmer really wants out of this high-stakes moment on the world stage? And, former Foreign Office chief says there was “absolutely” pressure to rush vetting. Meanwhile, criticism mounts over Mandelson’s ambassador appointment called a “serious error of judgement.” Plus, Rachel Reeves is weighing a rent freeze to soften the economic shockwaves of conflict with Iran. What is the real-world impact of a freeze and what it could mean for renters and landlords alike. This episode was recorded on the 28th of April. James O'Brien Daily is a Global production, available every weekday on Global Player or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

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