Max Salsbury

By Bobbie Hough, MD at Hough Bellis Communications and HQN lead associate Yes. They aren't perfect. Varying collection methods are problematic.

Fixing the crisis in London's boroughs' finances must be a “clear budget priority” and represents an “essential step on the path to achieving national missions”, London Councils has said.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves yesterday delivered Labour's first budget in 14 years. Here are some reactions to statement from across the housing sector.

The grading, part of the new consumer standards, means that the council is meeting the regulator's governance requirements.

By Keith Cooper Rachel Reeves' first budget as chancellor felt like a damp squib for housing: a sop to keep things ticking over for the winter with the hope of something bigger in the spring.

Ratings agency Fitch has confirmed housing association A2Dominion's credit rating as ‘A', and has revised the outlook from ‘stable' to ‘negative'.

Clarion Futures, the charitable foundation of Clarion Housing Group, has announced the latest round of funding for projects providing social action opportunities for young residents.

Inspectors spent time with Berneslai Homes, Barnsley's arm's length management organisation (ALMO), which provides housing services on behalf of the council, managing around 18,000 homes.

Contractors appointed to the North East Installation and Repairs Framework will be required to align with social value priorities, including creating training and employment opportunities for local residents.

Diwali, known as the ‘Festival of Lights', is a meaningful celebration for millions of people, especially within Hindu, Sikh and Jain communities. In the UK, where people from diverse backgrounds live in social housing, Diwali is an opportunity to gain an understanding, connect with neighbours and build a supportive community.