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Manningham Housing Association makes a trio of Board appointments
Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has made three new Board appointments, as Rupert Pometsey is appointed to vice chair, and Alice Kinder and John Knox join the Bradford-based organisation as new Board members.
Cost of living crisis has dramatically increased ‘hidden homelessness’ in the...
A year long study has found that the cost of living crisis has fuelled a chronic increase of ‘hidden homelessness’ in the countryside.
Tackling damp and mould in the social housing sector
In this article, Sarah Davis, senior policy and practice officer at the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH), explores damp and mould in social housing and how the sector can improve standards for tenants.
New housing developments to be delivered in London, Hampshire, Edinburgh &...
A series of new housing developments are set to be delivered across London, Hampshire and Edinburgh by The Rushmoor Development Partnership, Cruden and The Hill Group, which will see the creation of thousands of new homes.
Why the UK needs a national “war effort” mobilisation to tackle...
The House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee has called for a national "war effort" mobilisation to tackle the energy and sustainability crisis facing the UK and move away from fossil fuels. Chairman the Rt Hon Philip Dunne MP explains that the clock is ticking.
Why the UK must boost the supply of older people’s housing
The government’s taskforce on older people’s housing can unlock growth, says John Tonkiss, CEO of McCarthy Stone.
Leeds housing association recruiting new housing operations director
Unity Homes and Enterprise in Leeds are seeking a housing operations director with expertise in customer service, customer engagement and service delivery.
Housing market slows in latest HMRC Property Transactions data
The latest HMRC Property Transactions data examining the monthly property transactions statistics suggests that the market is slowing, although predictions about what follows varies.
Social Housing Emerging Disruptors framework worth £100m secures 20 new suppliers
20 suppliers have secured slots on the second generation of a £100m Social Housing Emerging Disruptors framework (SHED) connecting social landlords with SMEs.
Why the industry needs to embrace construction innovation to meet housing...
In this article, Professor Gabriela Medero, co-founder of Kenoteq, makers of the K-Briq, explores the future of construction innovation.
Social housing regulator investigation into RBH finds ‘significant failures’
An investigation by the regulator of social housing following the death of Awaab Ishak has found significant failings in how Rochdale Boroughwide Housing deals with damp and mould.
East London affordable housing scheme from Pocket Living submits planning application
Pocket Living submits planning application for an East London 100% affordable housing scheme for first-time buyers near Snaresbrook station.
Urgent plea for more housing for older people from industry and...
Industry figures and parliamentarians have issued a joint plea for more housing for older people, saying there is an urgent need to address supply-side barriers.
Orbit commissions fuel poverty charity for customer support through energy crisis
Fuel poverty charity National Energy Action (NEA) has been commissioned by Orbit to support their housing customer through the ongoing energy crisis.
How data-led solutions are helping to ease UK’s energy crisis
Data-led solutions should be seen as a vital asset in the battle against rising living costs and the energy crisis, says Brian Hills, CEO of The Data Lab.
Actis backs National Housing Federation call for early release of social...
Actis insulation specialists are backing a call for billions of promised government funds to be released ahead of the planned deadline to help ease the financial burden of soaring energy bills on tenants living in social housing.
Why has the adoption of MMC at scale in the housing...
Paul Nash, construction consultant, Jansons Property, explores why the adoption of MMC at scale within the housing sector failed to materialise and what needs to change for this to happen.
RTPI issues new advice on planning housing for the ageing population
In the Planning for Older People practice advice, the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) highlights how planning housing can meet the needs of the ageing population.
Affordable housing must be a priority of the Autumn Statement, says...
As the latest chancellor's Autumn Statement approaches, industry voices are asking how it can boost the delivery of affordable housing.
How the energy efficiency crisis is catalysing UK green buildings demand
With soaring bills and supply concerns putting the focus on the energy efficiency crisis, Nick Jacobs, executive managing director of Taurus UK, looks at the key drivers of green buildings.
Growth Plan: Investment Zones and meeting housing need
Following the government’s “fiscal event”, Matthew Spry of Lichfields examines the key policy announcements on Investment Zones and meeting the housing need.
Could 3D printing solve the UK housing shortage?
With 3D printing on the rise, could it be a possible solution to help the housing crisis in the UK? Build Warranty explores.
One out of five housing developers have no plan to meet...
Research carried out amongst senior industry figures found that one out of five organisations do not have a plan in place that will meet Future Homes Standards.
Compromising net zero strategies is not the answer to the economic...
A new report from Turner & Townsend argues that as fraught economic conditions make clients cautious, compromising net zero strategies isn’t the answer.
House prices fall in September as cost of living crisis and...
The September Halifax House Price Index showed that house prices experienced a slight fall in September, marking the second marginal decrease over the past three months.
Homeless housing in Kidderminster given the green light
Plans for homeless housing in Kidderminster have been approved by Wyre Forest District Council, providing a more cost-effective solution to temporary accommodation for the homeless.