Boris outlines minimum space standards

Architects attack new build homes

Families living in new build homes are being short-changed after it was revealed the properties are significantly smaller than older ones, it has been claimed.

Boris to set under-occupier moves target

Boris Johnson will set a target of 8,000 moves by under-occupying social housing tenants by 2016.

Overcrowding board to reach beyond housing

Health officials could sit alongside housing sector figures on a new board to monitor overcrowding in the capital, the advisor to the Mayor of London has said.

Small is not beautiful

Bermondsey Spa Phase 2

Site E West comprisesa medium rise, high-density, mixed-use development extending to nine stories at its highest point. The development will provide 114 homes. A medical centre, communal facilities, a bike store and other amenities will be provided at ground floor level. 62 of the homes will be housing for sale, 40 shared ownership and 12 keyworker units.

Shout it from the rooftops

Further planning rules under the Localism Act could increase the need to consult residents, says Ben Halsey, senior associate at Lewis Silkin

From riches to rags and back

A Welsh landlord took on an ambitious project to refurbish a derelict Grade II listed mansion. Katie Puckett finds out how they managed to bring it back into use

Wind of change

A host of new laws are set to change the landscape for Welsh social landlords. Michael Northcott reports

Smoke signals

Identifying fire risks is key to preventing tragedy. Helen Clifton finds out how one housing association is working with the fire service to keep tenants safe

Doing it themselves

Help is at hand for low-income tenants keen to follow the Highland tradition of self-building. Clare Harris reports