Bill Banks

All you need to know about the new NPPF.

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An excellent report by the CIH Scotland to help inform work force planning for the Housing profession ; https://lnkd.in/etq_dtG5 The research confirms what we all know is affecting most sectors - we have an ageing workforce - so now is the time to prepare for recruitment planning and succession planning , and make a job in social housing a first career choice rather than the route many folk cite - " I sort of fell into Housing" ! In conclusion, sector leadership is calling on the development of pathways into social housing. As stock numbers grow, customer expectations rise and needs change, social landlords will require more staff and more skills to meet the growing and increasingly complex needs of tenants and customers.

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Watch this video to see the attention to detail and need in the design of this property

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New housing delivery is a problem for many landlords! In Matt's blog, he discusses what Care and other likeminded RP's are doing to address the situation. https://lnkd.in/eckZrvpG

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With a new government in office, asking the question of whether a shift in funding could tackle the housing crisis and support housing associations’ call for a long-term approach is key. The case for reclassifying housing as significant national infrastructure. https://lnkd.in/eRMvz7CS #UKHousing #HousingAssociations

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In Social Housing, providers can improve tenant satisfaction through the way in which complaints are handled. Download our free checklist to quickly assess your Housing teams’ capability to drive higher levels of tenant satisfaction with the way in which complaints are managed. 👉 Download here (it will also be sent to your inbox) https://lnkd.in/g8ScZwq2 #socialhousing #tenantsatisfaction

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The need to drive forward decarbonisation work in the social housing sector has never been more urgent. Join us to discover how to access funding to deliver retrofit projects & how to keep your strategy on track – whatever your budget https://lnkd.in/gM5Ugveb #ukhousing

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🏡 Top Challenges for SME Housebuilders SME housebuilders face persistent barriers, especially in the planning process, with delays, high costs, and under-resourced Local Planning Authorities (LPAs) impacting growth for over five years. Key issues include: 📈 Rising interest rates and mortgage affordability 🌍 Land availability and planning costs ♻️ Sustainability mandates and nutrient neutrality rules ⚡️ Utility provision costs and delays Addressing these challenges is crucial to unlocking SME potential in the housing sector. Follow the link to read more: https://lnkd.in/ekeGn5DZ #SMEHousebuilders #HousingChallenges #PlanningReform

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New research by the National Housing Federation, Home Builders Federation and Savills in The Times today shows: 🚨 The government will miss its 1.5 million homes target by 500k homes without sufficient funding and policy intervention. 🚨 The only way to plug this gap and build the homes we desperately need is through funding for affordable homes and social housing. 📰 The in-depth analysis of our research in The Times can be found here (subscription required) 👉https://lnkd.in/eEKFHjk9

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Our opening plenary focuses on the different governance challenges facing different housing associations as not one size fits all. Featuring contributions from ELDERPARK HOUSING ASSOCIATION, Orkney Housing Association, and Ayrshire Housing. #SFHAGovernance24

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Following the recent publication of the @Ageing_Better Finding funds, fixing homes report, this one-hour webinar showcases innovative examples of local authority approaches to paying for home improvements.

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Webinar: Finding funds, fixing homes - why are financial solutions for home improvements important? * The Good Homes Enquiry identified finance as a key barrier to making home improvements. * 7.9million people across all tenures are living in unsafe homes that are cold, damp, or contain dangerous hazards. Despite the reduction in local authority funding for home improvements, there are places successfully expanding the financial support they offer through innovative models. We appreciated the opportunity to join the webinar and talk about our work alongside council partners offering secured loans that enable homeowners to carry out essential improvements, repairs, adaptations and energy efficiency measures. #HomeImprovements #Collaboration #UKHousing #EnergyEfficiency

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Community-based housing associations outperform other associations and councils in having the most responsive repairs services, the fastest relet times and the lowest arrears, according to the Glasgow and West of Scotland Forum of Housing Associations (GWSF).

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Moat Housing G2 C2 with issues around effectiveness of control framework, internal controls, performance framework, repairs and maintenance and ASB approach https://lnkd.in/ejGWYCn2

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Here it is - draft NPPF - review to follow: #planning #NPPF #housebuilding Marrons

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🏠 Delivering affordable housing in South Cambridgeshire The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) defines affordable housing as homes for sale or rent for people whose needs are not met by the private market. Increasing the supply of genuinely affordable homes is essential in tackling the housing crisis. We’re proud that 40% (102) of the low-carbon homes at our #Cambourne development are affordable homes. 72 (70%) will be built according to #Passivhaus principles and allocated for affordable rent, with these properties owned and managed by the Council. The remaining 30 homes (30%) will be available for purchase through shared ownership. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dyN57pne #housing #housingcrisis #housingshortage #affordablehomes #homes #development #SouthCambs 

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Make key decisions safe in the knowledge that your scheme will be delivered on time and with positive outcomes for people, places and nature. Whether you’re promoting a strategic housing development, preparing a detailed planning application, designing an infrastructure project or creating a habitat bank proposal, we will consider every detail.

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