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Around four rough sleepers died each day in the UK last year, with the total number reaching a record high, according to...
09/10/2025

Around four rough sleepers died each day in the UK last year, with the total number reaching a record high, according to new research.

Around four rough sleepers died each day in the UK last year, with the total number reaching a record high, according to new research. This morning The Museum of Homelessness (MoH) published harrowing new research. The figures show that at least 1,611 homeless people died in the UK during 2024,…

Labour’s ambition to solve the housing crisis depends on how ministers handle the delivery of new towns. William Nichols...
08/10/2025

Labour’s ambition to solve the housing crisis depends on how ministers handle the delivery of new towns. William Nichols of Lanpro explains development consent orders (DCOs) are the only vehicle fit for purpose.

Labour’s ambition to solve the housing crisis depends on how ministers handle the delivery of new towns. William Nichols of Lanpro explains development consent orders (DCOs) are the only vehicle fit for purpose.  New towns are far more than housing: they are large-scale, mixed-use settlements whi...

Letting agencies could lose up to a quarter of their revenue when fixed-term tenancies are abolished under the Renters’ ...
07/10/2025

Letting agencies could lose up to a quarter of their revenue when fixed-term tenancies are abolished under the Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB), according to early findings from Goodlord’s upcoming State of the Lettings Industry report.

Letting agencies could lose up to a quarter of their revenue when fixed-term tenancies are abolished under the Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB), according to early findings from Goodlord’s upcoming State of the Lettings Industry report. The annual survey, now in its eighth year, collates insights from...

The financial gap between what councils spend on temporary accommodation and what they are reimbursed by the Department ...
06/10/2025

The financial gap between what councils spend on temporary accommodation and what they are reimbursed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has surged to £260 million, according to new analysis by the Local Government Association (LGA).

The financial gap between what councils spend on temporary accommodation and what they are reimbursed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has surged to £260 million, according to new analysis by the Local Government Association (LGA). The shortfall – a 30% increase in just one year – ...

As the government moves to replace leasehold with commonhold, concerns grow that poorly planned reform could slow housin...
02/10/2025

As the government moves to replace leasehold with commonhold, concerns grow that poorly planned reform could slow housing delivery at a time of critical need.

As the government moves to replace leasehold with commonhold, concerns grow that poorly planned reform could slow housing delivery at a time of critical need. In March the government published a Commonhold White Paper: the first stage in its fulfilment of a manifesto promise to abolish leasehold. Th...

The prime minister revealed deprived areas of the UK will receive millions of pounds each from a new government fund.
01/10/2025

The prime minister revealed deprived areas of the UK will receive millions of pounds each from a new government fund.

The prime minister revealed deprived areas of the UK will receive millions of pounds each from a new government fund. Last week Keir Starmer announced a major new regeneration programme, otherwise known as ‘Pride in Place’. The initiative, billed as a cornerstone of Labour’s response to…

During the first day of Labour’s Annual Conference the housing secretary unveiled plans to build 12 new towns across Eng...
30/09/2025

During the first day of Labour’s Annual Conference the housing secretary unveiled plans to build 12 new towns across England.

During the first day of Labour’s Annual Conference the housing secretary unveiled plans to build 12 new towns across England. The announcement marked Steve Reed’s first direct address as housing secretary – a role he stepped into just three weeks ago following the resignation of Angela Rayner....

The social housing provider has been shortlisted in three categories for the Housing Executive Awards, including Housing...
29/09/2025

The social housing provider has been shortlisted in three categories for the Housing Executive Awards, including Housing Association of the Year.

The social housing provider has been shortlisted in three categories for the Housing Executive Awards, including Housing Association of the Year. At the beginning of this year Manningham Housing Association (MHA) dominated the Northern Housing Awards. The situation hasn’t changed for the 2025 Hous...

Senior leaders from across the housing sector came together in Liverpool to support children forced into emergency accom...
26/09/2025

Senior leaders from across the housing sector came together in Liverpool to support children forced into emergency accommodation.

Senior leaders from across the housing sector came together in Liverpool to support children forced into emergency accommodation. A new initiative, led by national charity the Buddy Bag Foundation, in partnership with housing provider Places for People and contractor Fortem, saw 30 delegates prepare...

This weekend Labour’s Annual Conference begins in Liverpool. Ahead of the event, Adrian Plant of SOWN explains why share...
25/09/2025

This weekend Labour’s Annual Conference begins in Liverpool. Ahead of the event, Adrian Plant of SOWN explains why shared ownership should be a priority.

This weekend Labour’s Annual Conference begins in Liverpool. Ahead of the event, Adrian Plant of SOWN explains why shared ownership should be a priority.  The Labour Party Conference is important for a number of reasons, not least because it marks the first time Steve Reed will address his peers.

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24/09/2025

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👉 Salary: £113,435.50 - £125,379 / Grade
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Launched two years ago, the iED Annual Awards were established to recognise achievements within economic development acr...
24/09/2025

Launched two years ago, the iED Annual Awards were established to recognise achievements within economic development across the UK.

This year, there’s certainly plenty to celebrate as almost 60 entries were submitted.

This year’s ceremony is due to commence on 25th November at The Lowry Hotel in Manchester. Launched two years ago, the iED Annual Awards were established to recognise achievements within economic development across the UK. This year, there’s certainly plenty to celebrate as almost 60 entries wer...

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