Tenure reforms are 'attack' on vulnerable

Residency rodeo

Most housing associations look set to adopt fixed-term tenancies but does this mean they are bucking their social purpose and will tenants want to let go of their homes once their time is up? Nick Duxbury investigates

Security breach (part 2)

New council leader makes housing promise

The new leader of Westminster Council has pledged to renew the borough’s housing estates and tackle gang culture.

Fixed-term tenancies are failing abroad, report says

Doubts have been raised over plans to introduce fixed term tenancies after a report revealed the same policy has been unsuccessful in other countries.

Major landlords to offer short-term tenancies

At least three major housing associations have said they will seek to introduce minimum tenancies of less than the default five years proposed in the government’s Localism Bill.

Tenant take over

In some circumstances, residents can remove management function from their landlord, says Nicholas Kissen

Going spare

The government’s contentious ‘bedroom tax’ on under-occupying tenants is set to become law this month. Alex Turner looks at the disproportionate effect it’s likely to have in the north

Power to the people

Working in housing can be a legal minefield but do you know your rights? Here our legal experts explain how to fight your corner in two common scenarios - whether you are an employer or an employee

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.

Fairytale ending?

As the third sector’s Cinderella services struggle in the face of cuts social landlords have the opportunity to ride in like the proverbial prince and rescue them.