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04/07/2024

There are at least 309,000 homeless people in England today – a figure that’s been rapidly increasing since the cost-of-living – and many experts have claimed tackling this issue should be a priority for the next prime minister.

There are at least 309,000 homeless people in England today – a figure that’s been rapidly increasing since the cost-of-living – and many experts have claimed tackling this issue should be a priority for the next prime minister. As of this morning, polls have opened their doors in the…

04/07/2024

Prior to Rural Housing Week representatives from a leading affordable housing provider met with members of Holt parish Council to discuss the importance of such homes across Wiltshire.

Prior to Rural Housing Week representatives from a leading affordable housing provider met with members of Holt parish Council to discuss the importance of such homes across Wiltshire. Councillor Steve Siddall, chair of the Parish Council, visited the Stonewater – affordable housing provider – s...

03/07/2024

A Redhill based housing association have transformed one of their properties into a sustainability training hub as part of its decarbonisation and retrofit programme.

A Redhill based housing association have transformed one of their properties into a sustainability training hub as part of its decarbonisation and retrofit programme. It’s safe to say a number of housing organisations have made plans to turn the sector green, with an overarching goal of meeting ne...

03/07/2024

It is often said that there is nothing as charming as a beautifully preserved ancient pub. And yet for many within the hospitality industry, the idea of applying for listed building consent to revive an old pub will raise alarm bells.

It is often said that there is nothing as charming as a beautifully preserved ancient pub. And yet for many within the hospitality industry, the idea of applying for listed building consent to revive an old pub will raise alarm bells. In this article, I’ll explain how that process isn’t…

02/07/2024

The Manningham Housing Association (MHA) employee paved the way for the Bradford-based organisation to become the first in the world to achieve the global standard for diversity and inclusion for HR management.

The Manningham Housing Association (MHA) employee paved the way for the Bradford-based organisation to become the first in the world to achieve the global standard for diversity and inclusion for HR management. On 24th June the Housing Hero Awards took place at Manchester Central as part of Housing....

01/07/2024

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealed the economy has grown by more than initially thought in the first three months of 2024.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealed the economy has grown by more than initially thought in the first three months of 2024. Acting as a central battleground in the upcoming General Election, the strength of the UK economy has been found to have grown by more than expected.

01/07/2024

Research from Nationwide Building Society shows the average UK house price rose by 0.2% in June which is a significant drop from May’s figures.

Research from Nationwide Building Society shows the average UK house price rose by 0.2% in June which is a significant drop from May’s figures. The data, which was released this morning, outlined that the modest monthly growth leaves the average house price in the UK at a whopping £266,064…

25/06/2024

Jane Bennett tragically died of lung disease on 8th June 2023 and following her death a coroner has ruled exposure to toxic mould could have contributed to her passing.

Jane Bennett tragically died of lung disease on 8th June 2023 and following her death a coroner has ruled exposure to toxic mould could have contributed to her passing. Prior to her death, Bennett, who lived in a council owned bungalow in Mansfield, was admitted to hospital four times…

25/06/2024

There’s a very important first step that needs to be taken in resolving the housing crisis: we need a greater understanding of public sentiment around the Green Belt, and a moderate adult conversation to replace the politicking and propaganda.

There’s a very important first step that needs to be taken in resolving the housing crisis: we need a greater understanding of public sentiment around the Green Belt, and a moderate adult conversation to replace the politicking and propaganda. Of the many issues impacting on the building of new ho...

22/05/2024

Nigel Wilcock, executive director of the IED, explains the government should finally grant councils the right to statutory powers. It could be the only hope for stopping more from issuing the dreaded Section 114.

Nigel Wilcock, executive director of the IED, explains the government should finally grant councils the right to statutory powers. It could be the only hope for stopping more from issuing the dreaded Section 114. Since 2018, eight English local authorities have issued Section 114 notices which ind...

30/04/2024

The sustainable properties are the latest advancement on Redrow’s Oakwood Fields development which offers more than 100 new homes.

The sustainable properties are the latest advancement on Redrow’s Oakwood Fields development which offers more than 100 new homes. The UK government and various independent housing developers are currently working to address the major housing shortage in the UK. The latest piece of news in this fi...

30/04/2024

Carolina Padovezi de Oliveira, corporate project manager at Manningham Housing Association (MHA), could receive the win at this years Housing Hero Awards in Manchester.

Carolina Padovezi de Oliveira, corporate project manager at Manningham Housing Association (MHA), could receive the win at this years Housing Hero Awards in Manchester. To say Carolina is deserving of winning the inspirational colleague of the year award at this year’s Housing Hero event is an und...

25/04/2024

The specialist retail property investment organisation has appointed Gerry Murphy, NHS director and former Deloitte partner, as a non-executive director.

The specialist retail property investment organisation has appointed Gerry Murphy, NHS director and former Deloitte partner, as a non-executive director. Arguably, there is no one better qualified to join Capital & Regional’s team. Gerry Murphy, who is also set to take over as chairman of the grou...

24/04/2024

The Bill is finally set to return to the House of Commons today to receive its second reading, where industry experts have explained a lot of work needs to be done.

The Bill is finally set to return to the House of Commons today to receive its second reading, where industry experts have explained a lot of work needs to be done. Back in 2019, the Renters (Reform) Bill was proposed in a bid to axe section 21 notices, which…

23/04/2024

https://newstartmag.co.uk/articles/800000-jobs-deemed-insecure-in-london/A new report from the Living Wage Trust has found that the capital is the region in the UK with the highest number of insecure jobs, with 80,000 falling into the category.

A new report from the Living Wage Trust has found that the capital is the region in the UK with the highest number of insecure jobs, with 80,000 falling into the category. The research, which was published this morning, included analysis from data from the Office of National Statistics…

23/04/2024

Savills Financial Consultants has helped a Manchester-based housing organisation secure three new deals worth £284m with Santander, NatWest and ABN AMRO.

Savills Financial Consultants has helped a Manchester-based housing organisation secure three new deals worth £284m with Santander, NatWest and ABN AMRO. Great Places Housing Group have recently outlined plans to invest and deliver much-needed affordable properties in communities across the North W...

17/04/2024

After three years of uncertainty, Northumberland City Council have ditched plans to build a new EV battery factory in favour of a computer data centre.

The same spirit of progressive social change; the energy of impassioned social action; and the intelligence of evidence-based argument and action alongside emotional reaction can serve the voluntary and community sector well for the next five years.

17/04/2024

The Office of National Statistics (ONS) has revealed inflation rates hit their lowest level since September 2021 last month, leading experts to believe that the Bank of England is ‘likely to maintain interest rates for an extended period.’

The Office of National Statistics (ONS) has revealed inflation rates hit their lowest level since September 2021 last month, leading experts to believe that the Bank of England is ‘likely to maintain interest rates for an extended period.’ According to the figures from the ONS, which were reve...

15/04/2024

Research from a leading homelessness charity has found that inaction to scrap section 21 notices has meant 84,650 households in England have faced eviction in the last five years.

Researchers from the University of Southampton have explored how the Covid-19 pandemic has impacted the shopping habits and attitudes of consumers aged 65+ living and shopping in rural communities. The research found that while many older shoppers were already returning to use rural retail stores, t...

15/04/2024

SOS Children’s Villages Denmark (SOS DK) have created a scheme to help house children in Ukraine. Even before the tragic war erupted, the country was found to have one of the highest rates of children living without a stable home.

SOS Children’s Villages Denmark (SOS DK) have created a scheme to help house children in Ukraine. Even before the tragic war erupted, the country was found to have one of the highest rates of children living without a stable home. Today, 15th April 2024, SOS DK have launched their…

08/04/2024

A geothermal heat pump project, worth millions, has launched in Nottinghamshire with an aim to save British Geological Survey’s (BGS) headquarters 30 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year.

A geothermal heat pump project, worth millions, has launched in Nottinghamshire with an aim to save British Geological Survey’s (BGS) headquarters 30 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year. Ruth Edwards, MP for Rushcliffe, broke ground on the scheme, which was launched towards the end of last week. The...

08/04/2024

New research from Goodlord has found that rents have climbed by over 6% compared to year-on-year figures.

New research from Goodlord has found that rents have climbed by over 6% compared to year-on-year figures. Although change is something we’re all objectively weary of, an exception to this would be the continuing increases of rents across England. Unfortunately, new data from Goodlord, an award-win...

05/04/2024

Leicester City Council have agreed on plans to borrow over £40m to buy properties in a desperate attempt to ease the growing housing emergency.

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05/04/2024

If it wasn’t already known to be ‘Good Friday’ it would be now, as last week the Department for Levelling Up finally published guidance for the second staircase rule.

If it wasn’t already known to be ‘Good Friday’ it would be now, as last week the Department for Levelling Up finally published guidance for the second staircase rule. The changes to the government’s building guidance covering fire safety, otherwise known as Approved Document B, make it cryst...

20/03/2024

Official figures have revealed that inflation has dropped to its lowest level in almost two and a half years, although economists warn interest rates are unlikely to follow suit.

Official figures have revealed that inflation has dropped to its lowest level in almost two and a half years, although economists warn interest rates are unlikely to follow suit. This morning, data from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) showed that inflation rates dropped to 3.4% in February...

19/03/2024

Research that has been published today suggests social rent levels set by the government will leave London boroughs with a ‘black hole’ in their finances.

Research that has been published today suggests social rent levels set by the government will leave London boroughs with a ‘black hole’ in their finances. London Councils, the local government association for Greater London, have recently assessed the impact of social rent policy on boroughs hou...

19/03/2024

Campaign group, Save Our South Bank, have unveiled plans for a judicial review of Michael Gove’s decision to give the £700m project the greenlight.

Campaign group, Save Our South Bank, have unveiled plans for a judicial review of Michael Gove’s decision to give the £700m project the greenlight. Last month housing secretary, Michael Gove, approved demolish-and-rebuild plans for the redevelopment of the ITV South Bank studios. The scheme will ...

14/03/2024

Plans to create new student accommodation in Durham have been withdrawn amid criticism over its ambiguity.

Plans to create new student accommodation in Durham have been withdrawn amid criticism over its ambiguity. In December 2023, Durham County Council approved plans to demolish existing buildings at Rowan Wood, in Clay Lane, and build 10 mixed-use homes for students. However, shortly after, the develop...