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Six affordable homes saved from market sale in Sheepwash, Devon

Friday, 5th July 2024

Hastoe Housing Association has stepped in to save six new, high-quality, rural affordable homes from market sale. The homes built by Stevens Homes Ltd are part of a larger development intended for market sale. Although the six homes had been... View Article

What impact will a Labour government have on landlords?

Friday, 5th July 2024

Following Labour’s win in the 2024 general election, the UK rental market is set for transformation. With private rentals playing a pivotal role in housing, landlords and tenants alike are preparing for impending changes. Lansdown Insurance Brokers, and Darren Bee,... View Article

Carol Dover appointed Deputy Chief Executive for Two Rivers Housing

Tuesday, 2nd July 2024

Carol Dover has been appointed Deputy Chief Executive for Two Rivers Housing. The move comes as part of an executive restructure that will also see two new Executive Directors join the organisation. Carol joined Two Rivers Housing as Corporate Director... View Article

For Profit Registered Providers projected to treble Affordable Housing portfolios by 2028

Friday, 21st June 2024

New report from Knight Frank highlights surge of capital into sector to help address supply crisis Institutional investors and “for-profit” registered providers are set to play an increasingly vital role in tackling the UK’s affordable housing crisis, tripling their portfolios... View Article

Living Space Expands Land Team as it Targets Record Year

Tuesday, 11th June 2024

Affordable housing specialist Living Space Housing has appointed Joe Gilday as Senior Land Manager to target further site acquisitions in the West Midlands region as it aims for a record year of delivery. The Solihull-based business currently has seven live... View Article

New director to enhance customer journey

Tuesday, 11th June 2024

National housing association Home Group has appointed a new customer experience director. Colette Flattery will be tasked with supporting the delivery of Home Group’s Customer Promise – their commitment to their 125,000 customers. Colette who comes with a wealth of... View Article

Esh Construction appointed to deliver £2.1m retrofit scheme across Tees Valley

Friday, 7th June 2024

North of England contractor to upgrade up to 120 properties after local authorities receive funding. Esh Construction has been appointed to retrofit homes across the Tees Valley after local authorities secured up to £2.1 million of Home Upgrade Grant Phase... View Article

Grand Union launches new corporate plan – Good to be home

Tuesday, 4th June 2024

Grand Union Housing Group has launched a new three-year corporate plan focused on its core purpose of creating homes for those that need them. The local housing provider, which provides nearly 13,000 homes across Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire and Hertfordshire, says... View Article

Pinnacle starts work on first Cornish contract

Tuesday, 4th June 2024

Pinnacle Group has secured its first housing management contract in Cornwall, building on a series of new business wins and geographical expansions since the beginning of the year. The company has now begun work with Perran Housing, a registered provider... View Article

Building Safety Alliance releases crucial guidance documents to elevate competence standards in residential occupied sector.

Friday, 24th May 2024

The Building Safety Alliance, a collaborative effort uniting leading industry figures, associations, and bodies, has announced the publication of two pivotal documents aimed at bolstering competence standards and fostering the recruitment of qualified professionals within the residential occupied sector. The... View Article

Sheffield Housing Company appoints Best

Thursday, 16th May 2024

A housing regeneration partnership which has already delivered over 1350 homes in the city, has appointed a second Development Manager. Alex Best, 42 and from Penistone, joins the team as it prepares to build 500 more homes in Sheffield over... View Article

Six successful apprentices for Designer Contracts

Thursday, 2nd May 2024

Six apprentices have successfully completed their training programmes with Designer Contracts, the UK’s largest flooring contractor. Three of them formed part of the company’s first cohort of apprentice fitters, taken on in 2022 under a new block release training scheme.... View Article

Trade body calls for training and education to underpin Future Homes Standard success

Tuesday, 30th April 2024

A complete 360-degree approach to best practice, enforcement and education in ventilation is crucial to the success of the Future Homes Standard, according to a national trade body. The Property Care Association (PCA) is calling for comprehensive training for ventilation... View Article

The RICS’ Residential Retrofit Standard – What are the Implications for Housing Associations?

Tuesday, 30th April 2024

In March, the RICS unveiled a new standard for residential retrofit work, marking a significant milestone in the drive towards more sustainable and energy-efficient housing and potentially providing a key tool for housing associations to ensure the right outcomes from... View Article

New business and mobilisation manager appointed at Rendall & Rittner

Thursday, 25th April 2024

Leading property management agent Rendall & Rittner has strengthened its new client service offering, appointing Amaly Hind as New Business and Mobilisation Manager, expanding its team and capacity. With 15 years of experience working in property management, Amaly will support... View Article

Aster Group and Thakeham announce £58m joint venture scheme

Tuesday, 23rd April 2024

Housing association Aster Group and leading developer Thakeham have announced plans to deliver dozens of net zero carbon homes through a new joint venture partnership in Mid Sussex. With an estimated value of £58m, the agreement will see 120 new... View Article

Hightown completes transfer of 51 housing units from Notting Hill Genesis

Tuesday, 23rd April 2024

Hightown Housing Association has completed a stock transfer of 51 supported housing units in Hertfordshire from Notting Hill Genesis. The supported housing units are for people with a range of learning disabilities located in Bushey, Hemel Hempstead, Welwyn Garden City,... View Article

Peabody appoints Higgins to build affordable, low-energy homes in Deptford

Tuesday, 23rd April 2024

Not-for-profit housing association Peabody has appointed Higgins Partnerships to build 189 affordable, low-energy homes at Deptford Landings, southeast London. The project will not only tackle the urgent demand for affordable homes in London but will also be Peabody’s first venture... View Article

Renters Reform Bill must strike balance as Propertymark proposals are carried forward to remaining stages

Monday, 22nd April 2024

Propertymark remains committed to ensuring that the Renters Reform Bill strikes a fair and workable balance for both landlords and tenants. Having worked closely with the UK Government and member agents, Propertymark is pleased to see key recommendations now incorporated... View Article

Castle Green hands over Affordable Homes in Rhosrobin

Monday, 22nd April 2024

The first phase of new affordable homes in Rhosrobin have been delivered under a deal between Castle Green Partnerships and North Wales Housing Association. It’s the third housing association Castle Green has partnered with in North Wales as part of... View Article