Grenfell insulation manufacturer behaved “unethically”

The company behind Grenfell Tower’s insulation presented “deliberately misleading” testing for the project’s refurbishment, according to its former product manager. Jonathan Roper, who formerly worked at Celotex Insulation, told the public inquiry that he had been made to “lie for [...]

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South West housing associations work together to speed up delivery of new affordable homes

Bath-based Curo has announced it will work with South West housing associations Alliance Homes and Magna Housing to help speed up delivery of new homes in the region through its Strategic Partnership with Homes England. The funding arrangement was secured [...]

Industry takes key step towards modern home building methods

Industry leaders have agreed a key step towards insuring and mortgaging new homes built using Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), Housing Minister Christopher Pincher has announced. Warranty providers have signed a Memorandum of Understanding agreeing to take meaningful steps towards [...]

Thousands of private renters made homeless as pandemic unfolds, which Shelter warns is just the beginning

The government has released new figures on homelessness in England today. They show that between January and March 2020: A quarter (25%) of households (19,160) who were facing homelessness and applied to their local council for assistance were renting from [...]

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Looking up to meet new housing demand

Upward Extensions have the potential to provide a quicker and more cost-effective way of creating new affordable homes – and could be key to meeting current housing demands. Here, David... View Article

A property ‘MOT’

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A proactive approach to fire safety

The Regulator of Social Housing’s third temporary monthly survey found challenges around gaining physical access to properties across the UK due to the risks posed by the Coronavirus pandemic. Here,... View Article

The ‘new normal’ in access control

Intratone takes a look at how the latest access control technology can ensure tenant security and safety as we emerge from lockdown Tenant safety and security have always been a... View Article

Presenting social value

Andrew Morrison of AM Bid explains how to present social value within your bids Social value is the benefit of a contract on the economic, social and environmental wellbeing of... View Article

Legionella concerns post-lockdown

Legionnaires’ disease could be on the rise in post-lockdown properties, according to a recent report by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH). HMM Features Editor Jack Wooler investigates why... View Article
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Protect your budgets

For Housing Associations, Local Councils and Authorities, the maintenance of properties is an ongoing project and significant local government funding is invested in improvements every year. When Local Authorities or... View Article

Laser printing from ESi

Installers and heating contractors can request that the ESi heating controls they order from their merchant can be laser printed on the front outside cover of the controls with their... View Article

Ready for Disrepair claims?

Winter is approaching! As colder months develop, there is a greater emphasis on ensuring properties are ready including being comfortable, warm and healthy for the occupants. However, as with previous... View Article

Roofing sealed with approval

As a leading UK Manufacturer of Hybrid Sealants Bond It have now launched their “next generation” Hybrid Roofing Membrane on to the market. Seal It Liquid Membrane, an easy to... View Article

Aico facilitate panel discussion on LACORS reform

Aico facilitated a panel discussion on the LACORS (Local Authorities Coordinators of Regulatory Services) guidance document, in partnership with the NRLA (National Residential Landlords Association). Aico’s Southern Specification Manager, Tina... View Article
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