Boost for council housing programme

A £1.644m funding boost is set to accelerate three significant developments in Sunderland, providing much-needed homes for vulnerable residents. Sunderland City Council has secured support from Homes England that will enable the development of 43 bungalows and properties for supported... View Article

Pipe boxing versatility from Pendock

When exposed pipework or services needs to be concealed quickly & easily in social housing projects, the Pendock Profiles range of products is one of the most comprehensive and cost effective available. MX and TK pipe boxing can be used... View Article

Navlin Sanitaryware

The AKW Navlin range of sanitaryware has been designed to feel at home in any 21st century bathroom, with a modern aesthetic and intelligent features, including a rimless toilet pan with direct flushing technique for enhanced hygiene, and a fully... View Article

Zoopla comment on Renters Reforms

Richard Donnell, Executive Director of Research & Insight at Zoopla comments: “With the backdrop of the cost of living crisis putting pressure on renters, these reforms are welcome and timely, particularly as they’re largely focused on boosting the quality of... View Article

Strong criticism of plans to revive RTB for HA tenants

Government plans to introduce the legal right for housing association tenants in England to be able to buy their existing homes at discounted prices have been met with strong objections from across the sector. Since its introduction in 1980 the... View Article

No fault evictions to be outlawed at last

The long-term promise to remove Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions from the country’s private rented sector is finally to become a reality after it was included within the Government’s new legislative programme. The procedure allows landlords to evict tenants without giving... View Article

Ombudsman investigating reports of noise complaints

The social housing ombudsman has launched a systemic investigation into noise complaints and is expected to issue a report later this year. The investigation is exploring how social landlords manage reports of noise nuisance and what drives complaints about how... View Article