Age matters

Letter calls for planning reforms to help elderly

A group of specialist housing providers has written to the government urging ministers to ensure planning reforms provide for an ageing population.

Group warns Cameron over 'inefficient' care system

Elderly people are facing neglect and abuse because of an inefficient care system, the prime minister has been told.

Care reforms forgotten

Care groups demand overhaul of support system

Groups working to support elderly and disabled people have come together to urge the prime minister to overhaul social care.

Voice a healthy interest

The health service is being overhauled so social landlords must establish their role in the new system, says Simon Brandon. Health and well-being boards present the ideal opportunity for providers to have their say

The big freeze

Kicking off our chief executive salaries special, Inside Housing’s annual survey reveals the economic downturn has put most pay on ice. Lydia Stockdale reports

What’s in a name?

The housing strategy for England has finally arrived, but what does it mean for the sector?

Dressed for success

Birmingham’s Forgotten Vintage is much more than just a second-hand fashion store. Laura Jane Johnson reveals how it is helping the city’s homeless

Sentenced to life without a home

Imprisonment and homelessness are among the more traumatic experiences that can befall an individual. All too often, the two are inextricably linked.

Digital age

In the last of this week’s Focus pieces on digital inclusion we take a look at work helping older people get online