Housing
Stories, page 53
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Croydon Council to Implement Targeted Strategy for Universal Credit Payment Collections Croydon Council is set to implement a more targeted strategy to improve Universal Credit payment collections within its Homes Directorate. The move comes as the council grapples...
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Barnet to redevelop Silk House and Shoelands Court Barnet Council is set to redevelop Silk House and Shoelands Court in Colindale South, aiming to provide modern, affordable housing for its residents. The decision was made...
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Barnet Faces £31M Bill Without Action on Temporary Housing Barnet Council faces a potential £31 million budget shortfall by 2030 if action isn't taken to reduce the reliance on temporary housing. Key barriers to successfully...
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Ombudsman Slams Lewisham's Homelessness Support, Orders Payouts After Failures in Ms. X's Case Lewisham Council has been ordered to pay compensation to a resident after the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman (LGSCO) found fault in its handling of her homelessness...
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Croydon Council to Consider Scrutiny Recommendations Croydon Council is set to review recommendations from its scrutiny committees, covering a range of issues from street cleansing to housing and children's services. The...
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Regina Road Redevelopment Project Update Croydon Council is moving forward with the Regina Road redevelopment project, marking a significant step in the borough's housing transformation. The project, fully funded...
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Barking & Dagenham Reviews Treasury Management Strategy Barking and Dagenham Council recently reviewed its Treasury Management Strategy Statement 2025/26 Mid-Year Review, providing an update on the council's investment and cash flow...
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Brent Council Faces Regulator Scrutiny Over Housing Compliance Brent Council Under Scrutiny After Housing Compliance Failings
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Brent Council to Consult on 4.99% Council Tax Increase to Protect Frontline Services Brent Council is proposing a 4.99% increase in council tax for the 2026-27 financial year, a move intended to protect vital frontline services. The decision, which includes a 2%...
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Westminster Housing Repairs to See 'Transformative' Changes Westminster City Council is set to implement 'transformative' changes to its housing repairs and maintenance services, placing residents at the heart of the process.
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Homelessness Crisis Drives £2.2M Overspend in Richmond Richmond upon Thames is grappling with a significant homelessness crisis, leading to a projected £2.2 million overspend in the council's budget. The Adult Social Services,...
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Richmond Council Approves New Domestic Abuse Policy Richmond Council has approved a new Domestic Abuse Policy for its housing services, aiming to provide a safer and more compassionate response for residents experiencing abuse.
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Newham's Affordable Housing Programme Faces £16.6M Cost Increase Newham Council's Affordable Homes for Newham (AHfN) programme is facing a £16.6 million cost increase across nine projects, according to a delegated Officer Key Decision. The...
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Redbridge to Improve Housing Complaints Process Redbridge Council is set to improve its housing complaints process following a review by the Homes and Neighbourhoods Policy Development Committee, aiming to address...
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Redbridge Council Considers Travel Subsidy and Other Measures to Support Homeless Residents and Improve Housing Services Redbridge Council is considering offering a travel subsidy to homeless residents, alongside access to local facilities and services, as part of a broader effort to improve...
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Redbridge Council to Use AI for Empathetic Housing Letters Redbridge Council is set to implement AI technology to generate clearer and more empathetic letters regarding housing matters.
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Newham Council Adopts 'Plan Slowly, Build Fast' Housing Strategy Newham Council is adopting a 'plan slowly, build fast' approach to its housing strategy, aiming to streamline future developments after facing challenges in its Affordable Homes...
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Newham's Climate Emergency Plan: Passivhaus Standard for New Homes Newham Council is doubling down on its commitment to environmental sustainability by mandating the Passivhaus standard for all new council homes.
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97 Planned Newham Homes Stalled Despite Planning Approval Despite planning approval, the construction of 97 planned homes in Newham has stalled, according to a recent Officer Key Decision meeting.
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Richmond Council to Review Housing Allocation Scheme to Prioritize Care Leavers Richmond upon Thames Council is set to review its housing allocation scheme to prioritise care leavers. The decision was made at the Education and Children's Services Committee...