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New FREE upcoming webinar! ‘𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 (𝗛𝗛𝗦𝗥𝗦) 𝟭𝟬𝟭’ will be hosted live on Wednesday 17th April at 12pm by our team of experts - Sarah Davies, Jordan Brown, Ben Davidson and Lee Woods.   The housing sector has seen a spotlight on the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) in recent years, with increased scrutiny on organisations’ compliance. It’s crucial that you understand the fundamentals of the HHSRS to manage and mitigate hazards in your buildings.     Enforced by the Housing Act 2004, local authorities have a legal requirement to identify hazards and assess potential risks to the health and safety of tenants. The HHSRS, assessing assets against 29 different hazards, is a vital tool in keeping your buildings complaint and tenants safe.    In this webinar, our experts will discuss:  ▶ What the HHSRS means for housing providers    ▶ The importance of complying with the HHSRS    ▶ How the upcoming HHSRS review will change your approach to managing hazards  ▶ Awaab’s Law following the conclusion of its consultation in March   ▶ Lessons learnt from working with organisations on their HHSRS compliance      To discover everything you need to know about the HHSRS register for free here. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eqFy_BKb   #HHSRS #HousingHealthAndSafetyRatingSystem #Webinar #AwaabsLaw #Hazards #UKHousing  

New FREE upcoming webinar! ‘𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 (𝗛𝗛𝗦𝗥𝗦) 𝟭𝟬𝟭’ will be hosted live on Wednesday 17th April at 12pm.    The housing sector has seen a spotlight on the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) in recent years, with increased scrutiny on organisations’ compliance. It’s crucial that you understand the fundamentals of the HHSRS to manage and mitigate hazards in your buildings.     Enforced by the Housing Act 2004, local authorities have a legal requirement to identify hazards and assess potential risks to the health and safety of tenants. The HHSRS, assessing assets against 29 different hazards, is a vital tool in keeping your buildings complaint and tenants safe.    In this webinar, our experts will discuss:  ▶ What the HHSRS means for housing providers    ▶ The importance of complying with the HHSRS    ▶ How the upcoming HHSRS review will change your approach to managing hazards  ▶ Awaab’s Law following the conclusion of its consultation in March   ▶ Lessons learnt from working with organisations on their HHSRS compliance      To discover everything you need to know about the HHSRS, register for free here. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eqFy_BKb   #HHSRS #HousingHealthAndSafetyRatingSystem #Webinar #AwaabsLaw #Hazards #UKHousing  

There's a week to go until the Government Business webinar on 'Managing Maintenance in council-controlled buildings'. For more information and to register, take a look below. #SocialHousing #DampandMould #AwaabsLaw #LocalAuthorities

What is the role of the Housing Ombudsman in Building Safety and why are tenants key to meeting Government expectations? Read more in our latest best practice update outlining how social landlords should be maintaining good quality, safe and warm homes to ensure they're fully compliant. https://lnkd.in/eZxE8Dtc #buildingsafety #compliance #safehomes

Join us for a pivotal webinar, "Managing Maintenance in Council-Controlled Buildings," as we spark conversation on urgent issues brought to light by the tragic death of Awaab Ishak. The report on Rochdale Boroughwide Housing (RBH) paints a picture of neglect and disregard for residents' safety. In response, the government is acting with Awaab's Law, which aims to hold social housing landlords accountable for providing safe and habitable living conditions. As of yesterday, new regulations have come into effect for landlords which aim to deliver decent homes for residents. Landlords that fail to comply face penalties including change in management and fines.   Sponsored by Cornerstone, this webinar brings together the innovative minds of Dr Hector Altamirano-Medina (UCL), Richard Blakeway (Housing Ombudsman), Douglas Booker (National Air Quality testing services/ Lancaster University environment Centre) and David Bly (Cornerstone Management Services) By attending, you'll gain valuable insights into best practices for maintenance and learn proactive strategies to address issues like damp and mould before they escalate. Don't miss this critical opportunity to be part of the solution. Register now to secure your free place and join us in shaping a safer and healthier future for all residents. Together, we can make a meaningful difference and ensure that no one suffers due to inadequate housing conditions. Sign up today. Via the link - https://lnkd.in/eVaSWav8 #GovernmentBusiness #DampMould #SocialHousing #AwaabsLaw 

One week to go until the Government Business webinar on 'Managing maintenance in council-controlled buildings'. The event will look at best practice for maintenance and strategies for addressing issues to provide healthy homes for residents. Link below to sign up ⬇️ #DampandMould #SocialHousing #AwaabsLaw

In case you missed our video on the new Regulator of Social Housing Safety and Quality Standard last week, you can watch it or read the transcript on our website here - https://lnkd.in/ewyp43_T Paul O'Callaghan CIHCM and Nick Sedgwick CIHCM's conversation focused on its impact, the importance of high-quality asset data, and the critical role of resident involvement. In our next video, Paul speaks to Helen Scurr FCIH on the Transparency, Influence & Accountability Standard. Look out for it's release later this week. #socialhousing #affordablehousing #repairs #assetmanagement #housingmanagement #landlords #safety #dampandmould

Why every housing association and local authority Development Team needs a robust Development Procedures Manual (DPM). In the world of housing development, where every decision impacts communities and budgets, having a DPM isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. For housing associations, this manual acts as the blueprint for delivering high-quality, compliant, and cost-effective homes. Here’s why it matters: Consistency: A well-crafted manual ensures that processes are standardised across teams, reducing errors and improving project outcomes. Compliance: Housing development is highly regulated, and staying aligned with evolving legislation, such as planning laws and building safety standards, is critical. Efficiency: Clear, step-by-step guidance saves time by removing ambiguity, allowing teams to focus on delivering homes faster and more effectively. Risk Management: By embedding due diligence, risk assessments, and governance into procedures, teams can mitigate financial and reputational risks. Knowledge Retention: With a comprehensive manual, housing associations and local authorities safeguard institutional knowledge, especially during staff turnover or organisational changes. In a sector where quality and affordability are paramount, a DPM is more than a document—it’s a foundation for delivering on your mission. Is your team using a manual that reflects best practices and the latest regulations? If not, it might be time for a chat with PDW Ltd to learn more about our manual. We are currently offering housing associations and local authorities a free presentation of our DPM, which will give you a valuable insight into how the manual can help your teams. To book your free presentation, please contact [email protected] #HousingDevelopment #UKHousing #GoodGovernance #AffordableHousing

We recently worked with a regulatory agency linked to the construction and building industry. This industry has been very much in the media around Australia as a result of the number of building companies closing leaving a significant impact on a diverse range of stakeholders including property owners, trades and even broader communities as unfinished homes maintains pressure on other parts of the rental property market. As we have seen recently in the aged care, gambling and finance sectors, when industries are subject to significant scrutiny the focus quickly turns to the role of regulatory agencies as part of a creating and supporting a productive industry landscape. What did they know about high risk players? (or should they have known?) Were there flags that, if acted upon, could have potentially minimised further community harm? The modern regulatory agency is constantly juggling risk priorities and ever changing operational requirements. The challenge is for agencies to regularly evaluate how they are utilising and maximising (their very limited) resources. Do we have evidence based data that shows we are using the most effective strategies for our sector? How are we contributing through our regulatory role in driving positive outcomes to build thriving industry sectors that minimise risk of community harms. #acimsolutions #Governmentinvestigations #certificateivingovernmentinvestigations #diplomaofgovernmentinvestigations #regulatoryagencies #

EN:Procure are jointly hosting a roundtable online with the Housing Ombudsman on Wednesday 20th November. Discussion will focus on themes in their forthcoming report ‘Repairing Trust’, exploring the challenges and opportunities in housing maintenance, particularly in light of rising disrepair complaints, increased costs, and a shortage of skilled workers. The report highlights safety concerns for residents and proactive steps by some landlords in preparation for Awaab’s Law, which will enforce repair timelines and record-keeping. We will explore the relationships between landlords, contractors, and residents, particularly around accountability and the importance of communication and trust. Our time will focus on four main themes: ·       challenges for landlords, ·       difficulties faced by residents, ·       barriers for contractors/operatives, ·       and success stories that can inform future practices. If you would like to join the roundtable please contact director of operations Emma Mottram https://lnkd.in/ewv7YXZq #RepairingTrust #ukhousing #repairsandmaintenance #installers #ukconstruction #loveconstruction EN:Able Futures EN:Able Build Limited EN:Able Communities