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Collective energy switching
A second collective energy switch will take place in Greater Manchester, aiming to allow more residents to cut their household bills it was reported…
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The myths around the bedroom tax and the 70 sq foot room
The NHF has been reporting on rumours on facebook about avoiding the bedroom tax for small rooms. its not true – read on….. The…
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Risk, destitution and the “bedroom tax”
The risk register of every housing association – and their tenants – is flashing red. We risk entering a decade of destitution: scarce resources,…
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Top tips to beat the bedroom tax
The guardian has published a discussion between some key people on their top tips Here they are: Paul Wilding is benefits manager at Oxford…
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Examples of better value from efficient maintenance
At a time when social landlords must look for efficiency savings without reducing quality, it is crucial to look around and see how others…
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Links between housing and poverty
A new study by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation demonstrates that housing costs have a direct impact on poverty and material deprivation. The ‘links between…
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Rent increases and rent policy due for review by Government in 2015
Yes changes are due to the way in which Government influences rents and the way in which it influences rent increases in 2015 Lots…
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How to manage your income collection effectively
Social landlords are operating in an increasingly challenging financial environment and so maximising income collection is more important than ever before. Without a reliable…
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Guidance on Designated Persons
Here is some guidance aimed at those who may wish to become designated persons after April 2013 when changes to complaints are made under…
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Productivity and skills in the North
This report takes an in-depth look at a skills policy that will improve prosperity for people living in the North of England and help…
