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  1. Croydon Council faces surge in housing complaints and extended void turnaround times Croydon Council is grappling with a significant increase in housing complaints and a concerning rise in the time it takes to make empty properties ready for new tenants,... Croydon 15 April 2026
  2. Croydon Council to implement 'status on a page' for housing issue reporting Croydon Council is set to introduce a status on a page system to provide clearer, more concise updates on ongoing housing issues. Croydon 15 April 2026
  3. Islington Council urged to boost recycling infrastructure and communication Islington Council's Environment, Climate and Transport Scrutiny Committee has urged the local authority to bolster its recycling infrastructure, following a comprehensive review... Islington 15 April 2026
  4. Croydon Council Housing Assurance Board Seeks New Independent Member with Asset Management Experience Croydon Council's Housing Assurance Board (HAB) is actively seeking a new independent member with expertise in asset management and repairs to join its ranks. The board... Croydon 15 April 2026
  5. Croydon Council Approves South Norwood HMO Extension Despite Local Concerns Croydon Council's Planning Committee has approved plans for a single-storey rear extension and a first-floor side extension at 26 Lonsdale Road, South Norwood. The development... Croydon 14 April 2026
  6. Brent Council Approves Long-Term Property Leases to Increase Homeless Accommodation Brent Council has approved a new strategy to increase the supply of temporary accommodation for homeless households by entering into long-term leasing agreements with private... Brent 9 April 2026
  7. Greenwich Council Approves Two HMOs in Plumstead and Eltham Amidst Resident Objections Greenwich Council's Local Planning Committee has approved two new Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in Plumstead and Eltham, despite objections from residents. The decision... Greenwich 8 April 2026
  8. Greenwich Council's Responsive Repairs Service Shows Progress Amidst Damp and Mould Challenges Greenwich Council is facing criticism for alleged delays in addressing damp and mould repairs in residents' homes. While the council's Housing and Neighbourhoods Scrutiny Panel... Greenwich 3 April 2026
  9. Greenwich Council significantly reduces outstanding repairs through service transformation Greenwich Council has reported a significant reduction in outstanding repairs, with the number dropping from 11,800 in March 2023 to 3,095 currently. This improvement is... Greenwich 3 April 2026
  10. Brent Council Approves Housing Management Redundancy Following Role Restructure Brent Council's General Purposes Committee has approved a redundancy within its Housing Management department, a decision made at a meeting on Monday, March 30, 2026. This... Brent 2 April 2026
  11. Beam Park Development Achieves 50% Affordable Housing Target Barking and Dagenham Council's planning department has achieved a significant milestone, with the Beam Park development delivering 50% affordable housing. This was highlighted... Barking and Dagenham 2 April 2026
  12. Newham Secures £740k Grant for Standardised Housing Designs Newham Council has secured a £740,000 grant from the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG) to develop a standardised book of house designs. This initiative... Newham 31 March 2026
  13. Tower Hamlets Council Adopts New Domestic Abuse Policy for Housing Services Tower Hamlets Council has approved a new domestic abuse policy for its housing services, aiming to provide a more consistent, trauma-informed, and victim-centred response to... Tower Hamlets 29 March 2026
  14. £11.3m extra for Maltings and Brewster safety works Tower Hamlets Council has approved an additional £11.3 million in funding to complete essential building safety works at the Maltings and Brewster estate, bringing the total... Tower Hamlets 29 March 2026
  15. Tower Hamlets Council Approves £609m Housing Asset Strategy for 2026-2031 Tower Hamlets Council has approved a new five-year Housing Asset Management Strategy, committing £609 million to maintain, invest in, and future-proof its housing stock. Tower Hamlets 29 March 2026
  16. New contract for council building maintenance Tower Hamlets Council has approved a new contract for the maintenance and repair of its buildings and parks infrastructure, aiming to enhance efficiency and deliver better value... Tower Hamlets 29 March 2026
  17. Chelsea Barracks Phase 5: 87 apartments approved, shifting from townhouses Westminster City Council's Strategic Planning Committee has approved plans for 87 new apartments at Phase 5 of the Chelsea Barracks redevelopment, a decision made on Tuesday,... Westminster 28 March 2026
  18. Kingston Pension Fund Allocates Significant Capital to Affordable Housing Initiatives Kingston Pension Fund has made a significant investment in affordable housing as part of its commitment to responsible investment and generating sustainable long-term returns.... Kingston upon Thames 28 March 2026
  19. McCloud Remedy Project On Track for June 2026 Completion The McCloud Remedy project remains on track for completion by the end of June 2026, despite a primary risk concerning the timely delivery of essential software from provider... Kingston upon Thames 28 March 2026
  20. Barking and Dagenham Pension Fund Admits New Bodies Without Bonds Due to Small Employee Numbers The Barking and Dagenham Pension Fund has admitted five new bodies without requiring a bond, a decision approved by the Pensions Committee on 26 March 2026. This approach was... Barking and Dagenham 28 March 2026