Departing TSA chief fears for regulation

Banishment order

Labour proposals to tackle anti-social behaviour could see perpetrators evicted from their homes and banned from the area, whatever their tenure. Alex Wellman gauges support for the plan. Illustration by Jonathan Edwards

Ombudsman concerned by direct complaint ban

The housing ombudsman has admitted he is worried by government plans to bar tenants from complaining to him directly.

Cuts inevitable for under-occupying tenants

Tenants affected by housing benefit cuts for under-occupation will have little choice but to survive with less money, according to research conducted by one social landlord.

Crunching the numbers

Silver lining

A dark cloud is falling over Britain’s homeowning aspirations. But this might not be a bad thing, says Jon Cruddas

Calling in the movers

The ‘bedroom tax’ is meant to encourage tenants to downsize if they are under-occupying their homes. But, especially in the north of England, social landlords say there are simply not enough smaller houses and flats to move tenants into.

Bright ideas

Elderly and disabled people don’t have to live with ugly adaptations to their homes. Katie Puckett finds out about a contest shining a light on good design

Performance review

The HCA’s new regulatory regime will focus on landlords’ governance and financial viability. Ian Davis and John Maton from Trowers and Hamlins explain.

The right combination

Landlords should ensure the benefits of combined heat and power systems outweigh the burdens, says Nnenna Morah, senior associate in the housing team at Lewis Silkin

Scaling new heights

Think you’ve got what it takes to become a housing sector chief executive? Simon Brandon uncovers the golden rules to help you reach your career summit