The Tory revolution

Do not pass go

What I write here is my personal view as an Occupier. There are many views, all treated with respect. This is an inherent principle of the movement.

Struggle to be heard

You end up with hopelessly simplistic policy if you don’t listen to the front line, says Inside Housing’s anonymous columnist

The two faces of Simon Jenkins

OK computer?

The government has a bad reputation when it comes to implementing new IT systems. So can its plans to deliver the universal credit online work or are critics right to be concerned? Carl Brown investigates

Petition demands council disbands ALMO

More than 1,000 people have signed an online petition calling on a council to disband its arm’s length management organisation.

Scrapheap challenge

The price of metal has risen sky high making pipes, railings and even boilers an irresistible target to thieves. Chloë Stothart finds out how one housing association is tackling the growing problem of metal theft

The shortlist

Emily Rogers visits the council that is replacing allocation forms with face-to-face meetings to vet prospective tenants

Green deal Q&A

Securing finance from banks is vital to the green deal’s success. Here, Conor Hennebry reveals the sector’s appetite for green investment

Taking control of the media

In the wake of the summer’s riots, landlords are using social media to debunk stereotypes and show the good in their communities. Charlotte Goddard finds out how

Giving good guidance

How housing association staff are mentoring troubled teenage tenants. Emily Rogers reports