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Eco-towns given £60m to build show homes

Mon, 8 Feb 2010, 13:31 GMT

The first wave of eco-towns will receive £60 million to build ‘eco-show homes’ to encourage greener living.

Building slump leaves ‘chronic’ housing shortage

Mon, 8 Feb 2010, 09:56 GMT

England and Wales face a ‘chronic’ shortage of housing as building figures drop to the lowest level since 1923, campaigners have warned.

Government influence over councils faces scrutiny

Mon, 8 Feb 2010, 16:42 GMT

A new select committee could be set up to probe how central government affects the ability of councils to do their job.

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Ministers launch £1m empty homes crack down

Mon, 8 Feb 2010, 08:20 GMT

The government has announced a £1 million fund to help 17 councils crack down on anti-social behaviour in empty homes.

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TSA outlines three-year plan

Mon, 8 Feb 2010, 08:05 GMT

The Tenant Services Authority has set out plans to fight fuel poverty and improve the energy efficiency of existing homes.

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ALMO threatens to seize home in drugs case

Mon, 8 Feb 2010, 07:43 GMT

A London arm’s-length management organisation has taken action against a tenant whose home was used for drug dealing.

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House Proud
From: Policy forum Last post: Mon, 8 Feb 2010 14:21 GMT
Bob Neil it was good to see you at the RTPI awards last week thanking evryone!! but you for got everyone in housing and all your friends in Building Futures.sane you said noting on third party...
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HOUSING ASSOCIATION TENANT FAILURE
From: Policy forum Last post: Mon, 8 Feb 2010 13:55 GMT
2010 still going and now at stage three. Management becoming a little more open and I have been given lots of support for my actions. Feeling vindicated but what a long long road- this must...
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Suitable alternative accommodation?
From: Ask the Experts Last post: Mon, 8 Feb 2010 13:36 GMT
Hi I just have a fellow tenant go via this ugly system well thank God he was a Security Tenant because he/she can get like for like on accommodation and rent. All other's was a different story...
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Meet the National Tenant Council

05/02/2010

Tenants up and down the country have a powerful new body made up of 50 social housing residents. Emily Twinch joined them as they met for the first time to find out exactly what they want to do.

Jon Snow, news anchor and long-time advocate for homeless young people gives Lydia Stockdale an exclusive guided tour of his latest project and tells her why he’s backing Inside Housing’s House Proud campaign. Housing departments of a sensitive nature should look away now.

Housing needs you

05/02/2010

Just a month after its launch, House Proud has won the support of all three main political parties, with each pledging to include housing in its election manifesto. This week we’re opening the floor to our backers, says Caroline Thorpe, and asking for your suggestions on what those pledges should be

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Not out of the woods

05/02/2010

The UK economy will remain in the doldrums until after the election, says Chris Blackhurst

Different delivery

05/02/2010

Devising new ways to support people will help the sector beat funding cuts

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Sharpening the axe

Mon, 8 Feb 2010

Wondering what things are going to be like when the axe falls on public spending in England? Just take a quick look at what’s already happening in Scotland.

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Latest jobs

Legal and Governance Manager

Our vision is to become the most outstanding housing group in the Midlands. We've enjoyed huge success for over a decade, with continued growth, strong audit reports, and a wide array of national awards. Most importantly, we've helped transform the lives of thousands of people living in our communities. But it's not in our nature to stand still.

Midlands | £42,500

Closing: 15/02/2010
Housing Team Leader

London | circa) £34,000 p.a

Closing: 12/02/2010
Head of Housing

We want Thurrock to be at the dynamic heart of the Thames Gateway. It is a vision that will enable us to capitalise on the momentum created by ambitious regeneration efforts and drive lasting change.

Thurrock | Up to £86k

Closing: 24/02/2010
New Business Manager

This is a challenging time for Registered Social Landlords. And, at Network Housing Group, we're totally focused on providing homes today that are fit for the London and South East of tomorrow.

London and the South East | C.£45,000

Closing: 12/02/2010