The European Housing Forum (EHF) was created in 1997, following the adoption of a resolution on the social aspect of housing by the European Parliament. The Forum currently has 12 members, all of which are major international or European organizations working in the area of housing. With the financial crisis and the consequences of state interventions, governments across Europe are looking at ways to control public spending. Policy measures are under increased scrutiny, both at the national and European levels. Consequently, the availability of decent and affordable housing is under increased pressure throughout Europe.