Modular homes help tackle homelessness in Hertfordshire

Dacorum Borough Council has been granted planning permission to install eight purpose-built, modular homes in Hemel Hempstead to help tackle homelessness in the area. The SoloHaus homes, which are to be installed near Aragon Close, have been provided by the UK’s second-largest... View Article

Fire sprinkler boxing – as easy as ABC with Encasement

Where fire sprinkler systems are being retro-fitted in social housing tower blocks and flats, Encasement’s Versa range provides a cost effective, durable and easy-fit solution when boxing-in surface mounted fire sprinkler pipework. Manufactured as standard from pre-formed EUTR/UKTR compliant plywood, and pre-finished... View Article

How is SterlingOSB Zero made?

SterlingOSB Zero is one of the most popular panel products used by the UK construction industry; developers, builders, and self-builders alike.  It’s the go-to panel for a multitude of roles today – from the basic functional to the trendy aesthetic... View Article

Stockport committed to a greener future

The opening of two environmentally friendly properties for social rent in Cheadle last week signalled Stockport Council and Stockport Homes’ continued commitment to social development alongside its green energy targets. In a first for the council, the two developments were... View Article

Councils respond to Homes for Ukraine scheme

Cllr James Jamieson, chairman of the Local Government Association, which represents 350 councils across England and Wales, said: “The humanitarian crisis caused by the Ukraine invasion is heart-breaking. Councils are ready to help new arrivals from Ukraine settle in the... View Article

F. Ball supports Coventry Caribbean Centre renovation

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Products donated by F. Ball and Co. Ltd., including the company’s Stopgap 1200 Pro levelling compound, have been used to prepare subfloors as part of the renovation of the Coventry Caribbean Community Centre prior to its reopening... View Article

CHIC Conference & Exhibition 2022

Why we are Planning Ahead for Housing Community Housing & Investment Consortium (CHIC) will be hosting its 11th annual conference & exhibition on Thursday 16th June, returning to the Sixways Stadium in Worcester. This popular event is free for delegates.... View Article

UK-first partnership to deliver affordable energy to those most in need

A ground-breaking new partnership between a renewable technology company and an energy supplier has been launched to deliver lower bills for social and affordable housing tenants. AceOn and Rebel Energy have teamed up in an exclusive partnership to offer local authorities and housing associations a green deal... View Article

Pendock makes pipe boxing quick and easy

Every product in the Pendock Profiles family of casings is designed to conceal exposed pipework or services quickly and easily in a range of applications for social housing projects. For interior pipework, the MX and TK pipe boxing ranges can... View Article