Decent homes costs prompt tower block sale

Seeing things clearly

Simon Hughes is not one to shy away from fiery debate. Here, the deputy leader of the Liberal Democrats reveals his take on last month’s riots to Lydia Stockdale.

Hughes lays into high-earning tenants

The deputy leader of the Liberal Democrats has attacked social tenants on high salaries, singling out Labour politician Frank Dobson.

Building a future

The coalition is tackling the housing crisis by delivering new affordable homes and bringing old ones up to date

Coalition ministers split over green initiative

A rift has opened up between ministers at the helm of the Communities and Local Government department over plans to require households to carry out energy-efficiency work if they extend their home.

Broken bandwagon

The home MOT test

A Dutch landlord is reducing maintenance costs by giving its homes regular check-ups. Chloë Stothart finds out how it works

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

What’s in the post?

Landlords’ administrative errors can lead to time-consuming court cases, says Jane Plant, associate at Weightmans

Play your cards right

A new card game is helping older tenants rate their service

We mean business

Landlords can boost revenues and put something back into the community by setting up a social enterprise, as Anita Pati finds out