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ARE YOU LOOKING FOR NEW BOARD MEMBERS?
08 March 2010

Are you looking for new board members? If your association is looking for new board members why not advertise in Housing News. Our free daily news bulletin is the best read housing publication in your region and we offer our advertisers real value for money. Don’t take our word for it -- look what Jenny George, marketing & communication assistant at Two Rivers Housing Association has to say: “We recently used the Housing News to advertise for a vacancy on our Board, I’m pleased to say we had the highest number of responses for this position than any other advertisement we placed, it was excellent value for money. As a marketing professional I look forward to receiving the bulletin, it helps keep me up-to-date with local, regional and national news. And the best part is it’s free!” To advertise, contact Hucksters at 01892 784804 or email: housingnews@hucksters.co.uk

LUMINUS BEST FOR LEADERSHIP, EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING AND MORAL PRINCIPLES IN UK
08 March 2010

Chan Abraham Luminus has achieved outstanding national recognition, being awarded second place in the Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For, rising ten places compared to 2009 and beating 962 other organisations. Arising from an independent survey of employees, Luminus scooped the Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For award with number one rankings for leadership, employee well-being and for the company being founded on sound moral principles. The number one result for employee well-being was achieved with a mixture of fun at work and an excellent range of benefits for ensuring employees remain fit, healthy and happy. Luminus’ Carols for Christmas and charity fundraisers were just some of the fun packed events that drew praise from the judges. Luminus offers a generous benefits package including an impressive pension scheme, gym membership, flexitime and help with childcare to boost well-being. Luminus’s excitement was doubled as Chan Abraham, Luminus Group Chief Executive, was recognised for his excellent, inspirational and innovative leadership style with the Leadership Special Award. The accolade, sponsored by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, was awarded to the Chief Executive whose staff feel their leader is the most inspirational. The judges praised Mr Abraham for using every opportunity to engage with employees and holding an open door policy, with staff able to book one-to-one “take it to the top” meetings. Mr Abraham was recognised as an inspirational leader who motivates staff with monthly messages of encouragement at the Luminus Conference. 91% of Luminus staff (a score that beats every other company) firmly believe that the company is built on strong moral principles with Mr Abraham leading by example. Employees at Luminus evidently agree with the judges as they gave him an 88% positive score for being an inspirational leader and 89% said they had a great deal of faith in him. Mr Abraham, was delighted to take nineteen employees, including caretakers, electricians, managers and office staff, with him to the glamorous awards event at the Battersea Evolution Centre, London. Chan Abraham, Luminus Group Chief Executive, said: “These are tough times for everyone and the greatest challenge is leadership. There are no shortcuts to being able to inspire your people and if it doesn’t come from deep inside you then you either need to find out how you can change yourself or get another job that uses your skills better. Uninspired leaders produce discouraged followers and UK plc is full of both. We need to change that. “Inspired people give inspirational service – and seek to put things right where necessary. We believe in our people and are 100% committed to them. Luminus will continue to emphasise the value of good leaders and managers, and relentlessly pursue excellence for the benefit of our customers, employees and the wider communities. We hope that many will feel part of our success as we continue to demonstrate a more excellent way of doing business and encourage others to do the same. We believe that it is possible to find solutions to many of our problems in modern Britain. That is why we have set our 2020 vision as “The Road to Renewal”. We hope many others will join us and help create a brighter future.”

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WORK STARTS ON £8.2MILLION AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT IN MILTON KEYNES
08 March 2010

Construction work has started on a multi-million pound development which will boost the amount of affordable housing available in the heart of Milton Keynes. Walton Grange Jephson Homes Housing Association has secured a £3.2million grant from the Homes and Communities Agency towards the provision of affordable new homes at Walton Grange in Brickhill Street, Walton. The 10.5 acre site is currently being developed by DeVirgo and 53 properties will be handed over to Jephson for rent. Adrian Sinha, Jephson’s Development and Property Asset Manager for the East region, said: “Milton Keynes has high levels of demand for more affordable rented family housing and this development will really help to address that need. We are delighted to be involved with this scheme and to see work getting under way.” Guests, including Milton Keynes North East MP Mark Lancaster, Chief Executive of Milton Keynes Partnership John Lewis, and representatives from the partner agencies involved in the project, were invited to the site to mark the start of work. Mr Lancaster MP said: “This affordable housing development will enable many to make their first step onto the property ladder and help to continue the expansion of Milton Keynes. The increase in the amount of affordable housing locally is essential to the future growth of the city and I am pleased such a development is going ahead.” The 53 new affordable homes being built for Jephson comprise 18 two-bedroom apartments, five two-bedroom houses, 25 three-bedroom houses and five four-bedroom houses. The Association is proud to be providing much-needed housing in the area through a Section 106 Agreement and the properties are being completed in parcels of 10. They will be built in two phases with the final homes due to be completed during 2013. Ibis Project Services, a consultancy to the housing sector first introduced the project to Jephson, which is now working in close partnership with Milton Keynes Council, developer DeVirgo and the contractors, Heyford Contracting, to bring the project to fruition. Russell Legg, Managing Director of DeVirgo, said: “We are thrilled to be part of this sustainable development. Not only is the scheme a great example of effective partnership but it also provides much needed affordable homes for the benefit of local residents and is generating a significant number of construction jobs along the way too.” In total, the Walton Grange scheme comprises 174 high quality contemporary homes ranging from one-two bed apartments plus stylish three, four and five bedroom houses. The first phase will be released for sale this spring with an occupation date expected towards the end of this year.

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NEW HOUSING CONSULTANCY LAUNCHED IN EASTERN REGION
08 March 2010

Colin Wiles Wiles Consulting Limited, based in Cambridge, has been set up by Colin Wiles, the former Chief Executive of King Street Housing Society to provide consultancy services to the affordable housing sector and other agencies across the region. The consultancy is already working with a number of clients, including Hundred Houses Society and Keystone Development Trust. Colin has over thirty years' experience in the sector, having worked for large and small housing associations and local authorities in Cambridge and London. He is also the current Chair of the CIH eastern region committee and an honorary Fellow at Anglia Ruskin University. He will be working with a range of associates, including David Poole, Gill Cook, Ian Pinchen and Neil Stott, to provide a range of services. Colin said: "With housing markets emerging from recession, new regulatory standards and a possible change of government in the offing there is a palpable air of uncertainty across the sector at present. There has never been a better time for organisations to employ external expertise to ensure that they meet current and future challenges head on."

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NEW DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY INVESTMENT APPOINTED AT SANCTUARY
08 March 2010

Kate Still Sanctuary Group has appointed Kate Still to the position of Director of Community Investment and Involvement. Reporting to Simon Clark, Sanctuary Group’s Director – Housing and Communities, Kate will be responsible for ensuring that Sanctuary works closely with residents to build and support vibrant, sustainable communities through investment in local activities and training opportunities. In partnership with external organisations and agencies, she will ensure that Sanctuary is making the most of available funding to bring long-term benefits to residents. Prior to joining Sanctuary, Kate has held a number of high profile roles including her position as Head of Social Economy for the South East England Development Agency where she was responsible for strengthening relationships between the nine Regional Development Agencies (RDA’s) and Central Government. Kate, who joins Sanctuary from Richmond Housing Partnership where she was Head of Social Investment and Enterprise, said: “I was attracted to the position at Sanctuary because I was keen to work for an organisation that is committed to providing a first class service to its residents. Investment in communities is even more important in tough economic times, when we need to give residents greater support in accessing opportunities that will make a long-term difference to their lives. “I am looking forward to harnessing Sanctuary’s fantastic reputation and helping to transform neighbourhoods into places our residents are proud to call home.”

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NEW BOSS HERALDS EXCITING ERA OF GROWTH AT THREE OAKS
08 March 2010

Adam Chamberlain A new boss has taken up the reins to oversee ambitious expansion plans for Leicestershire-based Three Oaks Property Services (TOPS). <>Adam Chamberlain has been appointed head of TOPS, which carries out repairs and maintenance work for Three Oaks Homes, as the service takes on extra contracts and staff. TOPS is the direct labour organisation which currently looks after TOH’s 2,350 homes. It has completed 8,796 jobs since TOH was formed in November 2008. But, from next month, it will take on responsibility for properties in Leicester and south Leicestershire which are owned by sister housing associations within East Midlands Housing Group (EMHG) - East Midlands Housing Association and Foundation Housing Association. It is then hoped to further expand TOPS’ workload in the future, taking on contracts to carry out repair and maintenance work for other housing associations. Adam heads up a team which comprises 13 tradesmen, five trainees – including three recently taken on to cope with the increasing workload, two administrative support staff and a works supervisor. Adam said: “Our main focus is performing well and giving excellent customer service. The plan is to expand year on year, taking on more work, so job opportunities with us will grow too. “My initial target is to take on the whole of EMHG’s maintenance requirements. We are hoping to become specialists in bathroom and kitchen replacements, so we can eventually expand and take on contracts outside the group.” Adam, who lives in Ibstock, studied engineering at Coventry University. He spent a year working for British Airways in the aircraft components maintenance department and then managed a property company’s maintenance division for six years before joining TOPS. He added: “I feel extremely excited about gaining such an opportunity with EMHG and I’m very much looking forward to the challenges ahead.” Adam takes on the TOPS role from Tony Giacobbe, a consultant who has run the service on a short-term basis since TOH was launched.

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HOUSING NEWS: JOBS AND TENDERS ROUND-UP
08 March 2010

Housing News is advertising the following jobs and tenders on its regional newsletters: Housing News is advertising the following jobs and tenders on its regional newsletters: JOBS Hammersmith United Charities is seeking a Trustee - Housing Specialist. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/london/job. West Kent Housing Association is seeking a Policy/Service Improvement Manager. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/london. Closing Date: March 18. The Northern Housing Consortium is seeking a Procurement Manager based in Sunderland, salary circa £31k + benefits. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/northeast. Closing date: March 22. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Housing Manager. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Corporate & Development Administration Assistant. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Debt Recovery Officer [Part Time]. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. The Northern Housing Consortium is seeking a Chief Executive based in the North East, salary £108k + benefits. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/northeast. Closing date: March 15. Melville Housing Association is seeking a Housing Assistant (Temporary). For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Melville Housing Association is seeking a Property Manager. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 15. Tenders Craigdale Housing Association is inviting tenders for a Tenant Satisfaction Survey. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 8. To reach the best candidates in the social housing sector, advertise your top jobs in one of our eight regional newsletters or go national to over 40,000 readers. For more information, call Hucksters on 01892 784804.

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HOUSING NEWS: JOBS AND TENDERS ROUND-UP
08 March 2010

Housing News is advertising the following jobs and tenders on its regional newsletters: Housing News is advertising the following jobs and tenders on its regional newsletters: JOBS Hammersmith United Charities is seeking a Trustee - Housing Specialist. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/london/job. West Kent Housing Association is seeking a Policy/Service Improvement Manager. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/london. Closing Date: March 18. The Northern Housing Consortium is seeking a Procurement Manager based in Sunderland, salary circa £31k + benefits. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/northeast. Closing date: March 22. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Housing Manager. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Corporate & Development Administration Assistant. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Debt Recovery Officer [Part Time]. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. The Northern Housing Consortium is seeking a Chief Executive based in the North East, salary £108k + benefits. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/northeast. Closing date: March 15. Melville Housing Association is seeking a Housing Assistant (Temporary). For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Melville Housing Association is seeking a Property Manager. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 15. Tenders Craigdale Housing Association is inviting tenders for a Tenant Satisfaction Survey. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 8. To reach the best candidates in the social housing sector, advertise your top jobs in one of our eight regional newsletters or go national to over 40,000 readers. For more information, call Hucksters on 01892 784804.

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SPOTLIGHT
09 March 2010

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PERMISSION GRANTED FOR 2,300 ESSEX HOMES
09 March 2010

Outline planning permission has been granted for a housing development in Newhall, Essex. A further 2,300 homes will be developed on the 95 hectare site, increasing the size of the community to 6,000 people. Architecture and urban planning practice studio | REAL submitted the application on behalf of Newhall Projects. Future development will include a primary school and nursery, landscape and parkland, employment uses and a district centre.

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DENHAM UPHOLDS CAMBRIDGE AFFORDABLE HOMES QUOTA POLICY
09 March 2010

Communities secretary John Denham has dismissed appeals from Countryside Properties over applications for Clay Farm and Glebe Farm outside Cambridge. Cambridge City Council and South Cambridgeshire District Council planning policies that require new developments to allocate 40 per cent affordable housing have been upheld. The two schemes feature 2,300 homes, including 40 per cent affordable housing, and secondary and primary schools, open space and other community facilities. The joint development control committee for the Cambridge fringes gave outline planning permission in 2008. But the developer appealed in May last year on the grounds of non-determination. An inquiry was held last autumn. Inspector Ava Wood's recommended a supplementary planning obligation to provide 30 per cent affordable housing in the first phase and 40 per cent level overall. But Denham, said: "the appeal schemes should be capable of delivering 40 per cent affordable homes". Cambridge's executive councillor for climate change and growth Sian Reid, said: "This decision sends a clear and message to developers that Cambridge will not tolerate half measures when it comes to new settlements."

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APPOINTMENT BRINGS A WEALTH OF EXPERIENCE TO IPSWICH HOMES
09 March 2010

A community responder who spent five years working in healthcare in Saudi Arabia has joined a leading Suffolk housing association as coordinator of one of its most popular sheltered schemes. Suffolk Housing Society has appointed Nigel Pinnock as the new coordinator at Fornham House in Ipswich’s Risby Close. Mr Pinnock, who lives in Felixstowe, is responsible for providing help and support to residents at the scheme’s 31 flats, as well as organising social events and responding to emergencies. Mr Pinnock joins the society after working in the security industry and spending five years as a healthcare worker in general surgery in Saudi Arabia. He will carry out his new role while continuing to work at weekends as a responder for Ipswich HEARS, a community alarm scheme coordinated by Ipswich Borough Council. Mr Pinnock’s appointment comes following an extensive £1.2m refurbishment at Fornham House, which was completed last year. Every kitchen was replaced, while all of the bathrooms were transformed into modern, easily-accessible wet rooms. New double glazing, carpets, boilers and lighting were also installed throughout, while Mr Pinnock’s predecessor Roy Attwood even deferred his retirement for 18 months to see the project through to completion. “My role at Fornham House is to provide help and assistance to our residents wherever it is needed,” said Mr Pinnock. “That includes referring tenants to other agencies and services, responding in an emergency and monitoring residents who need extra support. “A lot of our tenants are very independent, so we like to help them keep as active as we can. As such, making sure they can enjoy a range of social activities is vitally important, so my job also involves arranging different events to suit all tastes, such as bingo and arts and crafts presentations. It certainly is varied and is keeping me very busy!” Steve Clarke, chief executive of Suffolk Housing Society, said: “We’re really pleased that Nigel has joined the team at Fornham House. “He has extensive experience working within healthcare and as a responder with Ipswich Borough Council’s HEARS scheme, which means he is ideally suited to the role of coordinator at one of our most popular sheltered housing schemes.”

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FUTURE JOBS’ FUND PROGRAMME IN PETERBOROUGH
09 March 2010

A new government funded scheme to help young unemployed people get back into work is being rolled out across the city by three leading organisations. Cross Keys Homes, Mears and its subsidiary company Careforce have joined forces to help young people through Peterborough’s Future Jobs Fund to help create employment opportunities within their organisations. So far the organisations have been able to offer 20 six-month placements for people aged between 16 and 24-years-old who have been unemployed for more than 10-months. The posts have ranged from a rent arrears’ assistant to a carpenter. Cross Keys Homes’ chief executive, Mick Leggett said: “This scheme is firmly linked to our driving forces which are around improving lives, inspiring and motivating individuals and giving hope to communities. “We are pleased to be able to offer these work placements as part of our ‘Working 4 U’ project where we have invested £63k into helping unemployed people across the city increase their skills and find employment opportunities.” Mears’ director, Chris TurnerB, said: "Mears and our sister company Careforce are fully committed to providing opportunities for the young and unemployed within the local community. “We wholeheartedly support the Future Jobs Fund programme and welcome the opportunity to once again collaberate with Cross Keys Homes on this exciting venture." Samantha Wright (19) who is undergoing a six-month placement in Cross Keys Homes’ asset management team as an administrator, said: “I am really enjoying what I am doing and feel more confident about getting a job once my six-month placement is over. “I am learning lots of different things which will help to widen my employment opportunities.” The Future Jobs Fund is part of the Government’s ‘Backing Young Britain’ campaign which seeks to help young people into employment. This is a £1 billion national programme creating 150,000 new jobs for unemployed people. The initiative aims to create lasting benefit to Peterborough by enabling young people to contribute to the community and also providing them with the essential skills needed to continue working in a growing city. The programme aims to ensure that every person finishes the programme with a greater understanding of the skills needed to successfully withhold a job and provide them with a more confident approach to job seeking. For more information on the Future Jobs Fund visit:

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HOPE SOCIAL ENTERPRISES EXPAND BUSINESS ONLINE
09 March 2010

Hope Social Enterprises are now extending their household goods reuse and recycling project online, allowing customers from across the country to purchase HOPE products. Based in March, HOPE Social Enterprises is part of Luminus. HOPE provides work experience to the long-term unemployed, while benefitting the local community and environment through reusing and recycling items that will otherwise go into landfill. Items are sourced from large high street stores who often throw away electrical goods, soft furnishings and other household goods because they have been replaced with new products, have sustained minor damage or need repairing. They are then repaired, cleaned and tested to ensure they are safe and fit to use. The high quality items, always sold in excellent condition, are now available online at www.eBay.com or Bigbarn.co.uk, a website directly consumers to locally produced goods. HOPE’s Chairman, Chan Abraham, said: “We are delighted to be able to open our doors to online customers. Everyone who uses our service can take comfort that they are helping to protect the planet, while also getting a bargain.”

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GLEEDS BEGIN NOTTINGHAM HOUSING SCHEME
10 March 2010

Gleeds has begun the construction phase for 38 new homes on Green Street, Nottingham. Employed by client Blueprint as Cost Manager, Contract Administrator, CDM Co-ordinator and Quality Manager this three phased project is valued at over £5 million. Gleeds has been involved with the scheme since initial feasibility evaluations were carried out in 2008. They have proactively contributed to redesigns for the 3923m2 site advising until a viable plan was in place. The Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) have contributed funding to the project along with Nottingham City Council. Thirteen of the completed buildings will be allocated for Low Cost Home Ownership made possible by an initiative run in conjunction with the Council. All 38 houses will be sustainable, low energy residential units designed to provide family accommodation via a mixture of three and four bedroom units which will have ground level courtyards and large roof terraces. Many will also benefit from balconies and private garages for parking. Due to their location, flood mitigation measures have also been incorporated which include raising the ground floor levels to one meter above their original height. It is intended that the scheme will achieve level four of the Code for Sustainable Homes with most units also achieving an ‘A’ Energy Performance Certificate rating. Phase one of the Green Street project, comprising the first 13 homes, is due for completion in November 2010, with completion of all three phases scheduled for spring 2011. Stuart Senior, Managing Partner of Gleeds’ Nottingham office, said: “We are delighted to be joining forces with Blueprint on this cutting edge development. The project sees innovative design combined with the latest in sustainable technologies and is a welcome addition to Gleeds’ portfolio of successful low-energy redevelopments.”

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CAMBRIDGE HOUSING SOCIETY RECOGNISED IN BEST COMPANIES 2010
10 March 2010

Cambridge Housing Society (CHS) has achieved national recognition as one of the UK’s Best Companies, gaining "1 star First Class" status and appearing as the 75th best mid-sized company in the Sunday Times ‘Best Companies’ competition. Best Companies accreditation uses an independent survey of employees to help employers better understand today's workplace issues and what they mean for their business. The survey focuses on what employees say about the leadership of the organisation, its values and principles, their manager, training and prospects, work life balance, how well they work with colleagues, whether the organisation has a positive impact on society, how involved they feel about their job and organisation, and how happy they are with their pay and benefits. The key themes arising from the survey were that CHS employees have a strong sense of wellbeing, they find their work stimulating, personal growth is encouraged and that they get a fair deal from their employment. They also enjoy a great work-life balance. Nigel Howlett, Chief Executive said he was delighted that CHS had achieved this national award at the first time of entering. He said: “Our vision is to create better opportunities in life for our customers. We try to do this by providing high quality, good value affordable homes, support and care services, none of which would be possible without the passion of our dedicated team of employees. Everyone here believes that the way a service is carried out is as important as the actual service itself and this is why the skills of the people we employ are so important. We offer an expanding range of services and are proud that they create the freedom for our customers to flourish.”

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FREE TELECARE HOME SAFETY SOLUTIONS BENEFITS ESSEX RESIDENTS
10 March 2010

Essex County Council has reported on the success of its free Telecare Home Safety Service, which is enabling elderly people in Essex to live safely and independently in their own homes. The service, which has already benefitted over 2500 residents aged 80 and over in the last 10 months, is free to sign up to until the 31st of March 2010. Essex County Council is using intelligent telecare solutions from Tunstall Healthcare. The solutions give users peace of mind by bringing support directly into their homes, enabling them to call for assistance when needed. A recent survey of users of the Telecare Home Safety Service and their carers, commissioned by Essex County Council, showed that users were 100% satisfied with the service they received, while 89% of carers felt the key benefit of the service for them was peace of mind. One user stated: “No matter how careful you are, something will always happen, to know that someone is available at the press of a button is a good feeling.” The survey has also shown that many residents sign up to the free service because they fear falling, live alone or because it helps them maintain independence and provides peace of mind to their loved ones and carers. A total of 271 users and 19 carers took part in Essex County Council’s survey. 74% of respondents were living alone, with carers typically looking after a family member. Alison Rogan, group marketing director for Tunstall, said: “Telecare promotes independence and well-being, transforming the lives of older people and those with long-term needs. Essex County Council’s investment in telecare reflects their commitment to promoting independence at home, transforming the lives of older people and those with long-term needs by providing a personalised package of care. “As well as providing some extremely positive feedback from users, the survey has demonstrated that telecare also gives carers invaluable reassurance that immediate help is on hand when needed. This enhances their quality of life and gives confidence that their loved ones are being looked after.” The Essex Telecare Home Safety Service offers a 24 hours a day, 365 days a year home safety package designed to maintain the independence of elderly or vulnerable groups by enabling them to access assistance via the County’s monitoring centres.

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SANCTUARY CARE REACHES FOR THE STARS
10 March 2010

Staff at Sanctuary Care’s Livingstone House care home in Harlow, Essex are celebrating after it scooped an ‘excellent’ rating for food hygiene. The home, for 19 adults with learning disabilities, received the highest possible five star rating in Harlow Council’s Scores on the Doors food hygiene scheme following an inspection by an environmental health officer. The home’s deputy manager Clare Walker, said: “We are over the moon to have received the highest possible rating in the Scores on the Doors scheme. We pride ourselves on providing our residents with excellent accommodation and the highest standards of care and support so this score is testament to the hard work of our dedicated team.” The rating is awarded to premises that show high standards of compliance with statutory obligations and food safety management. The Scores on the Doors scheme was introduced by the council in October 2008 and is designed to help members of the public make informed choices about where they wish to eat or purchase food.

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NORWICH: KEEPING BURGLARS OUT IN THE COLD
10 March 2010

Following the success of last year’s summer series of Make Your Money Count events, and the Keeping safe and warm event held in October, a new drop in session has been put together to beat the burglar. Age Concern Norwich, Help the Aged and Norwich City Council have teamed up to invite older people along to learn simple tips to help them keep their homes, and themselves, safe from thieves. Responding to widespread concerns that the recession might fuel a rise in the number of burglaries, the Home Office has funded Age Concern and Help the Aged to launch the campaign. Although older people are no more likely to be victims of burglary than other age groups, the sheer fear of this type of crime can seriously affect the quality of life of this group who spend most of their day at home. Free advice will also be on offer from Norwich City Council’s financial inclusion team, giving older people information on how they can Bite back at the crunch. Boyd Taylor from Norwich City Council said: “We’re really pleased to be joining up with Age Concern Norwich and Help the Aged to get across these simple, but important messages. “Our team will be on hand to offer advice ranging from signing up for the right benefits, to checking if people are entitled to things like heating grants. The event as a whole should be a real complimentary all-round advice session for older people to feel safer and warmer in their homes. “While the winter is officially over, it is still cold and dark at night, and we want to make sure that everyone feels safe.” Just a few simple precautions can make a big difference: • How to beat bogus callers: use your door chain 1a lock your back door before opening your front door 1a check the caller’s identity carefully. • Deterring casual thieves: a solid wooden door and adequate locks fitted on both doors and windows can act as deterrents to potential burglars. • Protecting your belongings: should the worst happen 1a it’s important to know that you’re properly insured. • Rogue traders: don’t do business on the doorstep and browse the telephone directories for recommendations if you need work done. The displays will be taking place at three different locations across the city on following dates: • Wednesday 10 March at St Lukes Church Lunch Club on Aylsham Road at 1.30pm • Friday 12 March at the Essex Rooms on Essex Street at 1.30pm • Tuesday 16 March at the pensioners’ group in the Heartsease Pub at 2pm. Phil Wells, chief executive at Age Concern Norwich, said: “Distraction burglary is a heartless crime which can have a devastating impact on older people, both emotionally and financially. Simple actions such as using the door chain or having adequate locks fitted on doors and windows can give older people an edge against burglars and bogus callers.”

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HOUSING NEWS: JOBS AND TENDERS ROUND-UP
10 March 2010

Housing News is advertising the following jobs and tenders on its regional newsletters: Housing News is advertising the following jobs and tenders on its regional newsletters: JOBS Hammersmith United Charities is seeking a Trustee - Housing Specialist. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/london/job. West Kent Housing Association is seeking a Policy/Service Improvement Manager. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/london. Closing Date: March 18. The Northern Housing Consortium is seeking a Procurement Manager based in Sunderland, salary circa £31k + benefits. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/northeast. Closing date: March 22. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Housing Manager. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Corporate & Development Administration Assistant. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Debt Recovery Officer [Part Time]. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. The Northern Housing Consortium is seeking a Chief Executive based in the North East, salary £108k + benefits. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/northeast. Closing date: March 15. Melville Housing Association is seeking a Housing Assistant (Temporary). For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Melville Housing Association is seeking a Property Manager. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 15. Tenders Craigdale Housing Association is inviting tenders for a Tenant Satisfaction Survey. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 8. To reach the best candidates in the social housing sector, advertise your top jobs in one of our eight regional newsletters or go national to over 40,000 readers. For more information, call Hucksters on 01892 784804.

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ALDWYCK HOUSING CELEBRATES PARTNERSHIP WORKING
11 March 2010

Aldwyck Housing Group has held a celebration event with its partners to mark its achievement in reaching 500 new homes for the year and the completion of the first phase of the major Biddenham Vale development. Aldwyck has taken delivery of 45 new homes so far on the site from development partners David Wilson Homes, Barratt Homes and Lagan Homes, pushing it over the 500 new homes mark for the financial year. The development at Biddenham Vale is creating 2,760 homes in total within Bedford Borough, of which 30% has been earmarked for affordable housing. The Homes and Communities Agency contributed significant funding to the project including assisting David Wilson Homes including £22m advanced for the Bedford bypass. Attending the event was resident Cindy Scott and her daughter Megan, who were presented with flowers on becoming Aldwyck’s 500th customer to be housed this financial year. Mayor of Bedford Borough Dave Hodgson represented the council at the event, highlighting the Council’s role in creating more affordable housing for residents in the borough, and he said: “The availability of affordable housing for local residents is absolutely crucial. We can only deliver the high quality affordable housing we all want for residents by working effectively with partners, and that’s what this event is all about.” Councillor Colleen Atkins, Portfolio Holder for Housing and Planning, said: “Having been given a tour of the Aldwyck homes at Biddenham Vale I am delighted with what is on offer to the people of Bedford Borough. Providing good quality affordable housing is a vital role the Council must play and I am very happy with the joint work being done with Aldwyck.” Aldwyck chief executive Harj Singh said: “I can only congratulate my team on reaching the landmark of 500 homes this year. The development here at Biddenham Vale is a prime example of what Aldwyck is trying to do with its programme going forward. “The quality of the housing on this site marks it out, as well as the creative solutions that have been applied to create the kind of community that people will want to live in for years to come. It is this kind of customer-centred approach that under my leadership we are pursuing in all our work at Aldwyck.” Chris Hatfield, Deputy Managing Director of David Wilson Homes, said: “We are delighted to have worked closely with Aldwyck in providing affordable housing on the Biddenham Vale development. “The scheme is about creating a community not just new housing, and we know that Aldwyck have bought into that concept from the start. As developers, we are proud with what has been achieved so far at Biddenham Vale and I am convinced it will become a great place to live.”

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AUDIT COMMISSION: DAVENTRY AND DISTRICT TENANTS GET A ‘GOOD’ SERVICE
11 March 2010

The housing management services provided by Daventry and District Housing Association are ‘good’ and have ‘excellent prospects for improvement’ according to an independent report released today by the Audit Commission. On a scale from zero to three stars, the Audit Commission inspection team gave the service a ‘good’ two-star rating. The report shows that some areas, such as home improvements and tackling anti-social behaviour, are performing very well. But the Association could do more around collecting information on tenants and engaging with leaseholders. Ann Bennett, the Audit Commission’s Lead Housing Inspector for the East Midlands, said: “Daventry and District Housing Association has done well in areas that matter most to tenants, such as the condition of their homes. This has led to improvements in overall satisfaction. There are a few key areas, such as its approach to handling complaints and telephone calls, that have been slower to improve. But the Association has this in hand, and we have every confidence that it will continue to improve.” Strengths include: * Services are accessible, with a range of good quality information available to residents. * Residents can get involved in developing and improving the services they receive. * Homes and estates are well maintained and satisfaction with the repairs service is high. Areas for improvement include: * Telephone calls are not being answered quickly enough. * Complaints are not being managed effectively or responded to quickly. Recommendations include: * Improving the aids and adaptations service by advertising it and making it more responsive to tenants. * Introducing more challenging targets for answering phone calls and ensuring they are met. * Improving the management of the complaints system so that complaints are dealt with more quickly. Copies of the report are available from Daventry and District Housing Association or from the Audit Commission website at:

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TERI SPREADS THE WORD ON HERTS PROJECT
11 March 2010

Teri Floyd Community co-ordinator Teri Floyd has been sharing the lessons learned by the de Havilland Partnership in its task to build a new village on the site of a famous airfield near Hatfield. Teri addressed the Inspire East Community Development Network gathering and took part in an interactive seminar on Managing Mixed Housing Developments held by Capita. The de Havilland Partnership was the brain child of Welwyn Hatfield council as it considered the largest regeneration project to date in Hertfordshire. Geoffrey de Havilland manufactured advanced aircraft on this site from 1930, including the Tiger Moth and Comet. Later British Aerospace tested and manufactured planes here, but closed its operations during the 1980s. The 1999 masterplan for the derelict site included homes, businesses, schools, a genuinely integrated and sustainable community with good public transport and cycle paths. As this was always an innovative site, the council came up with an innovative way of achieving their vision: The de Havilland Partnership. The Partnership brings together the council itself, two housing associations, Paradigm Housing and Aldwyck Housing and developers, Bovis Homes. Paradigm and Aldwyck each paid £1,000 per affordable property into a community pot (£300,000) and a community worker was provided to help pull the emerging community together. Teri Floyd is the second person to take this role, and she is on a two-year secondment from Paradigm Housing’s Community Engagement team. She says: “I work tenure-blind, for everyone whether they rent or own their homes. The large fund allows us to make quick funding decisions, we can say: “Let’s get it done, let’s build a community.” The mix of residents is currently 20% homeowners, 30% social housing, and 50% buy to let with many students and migrants occupying privately owned homes. The development was build in several phases, and residents were consulted at each new stage. This lead to frequent changes in designs and plans, and new facilities were introduced where they were felt to be lacking. Teri also found herself sorting out unexpected problems in areas that were still unadopted, for example parking, lighting and waste collection. A strong residents’ association has now formed and produces its own website and newsletter and organizes regular activities. Members Maureen and Pete Dunne said: “We don’t know what we would do without Teri. She has even been up to the university to get us memberships, and they have tea dances, we didn’t know until she told us. We had a problem with people walking across the grass in one area, and very quickly shrubs were put in and that’s stopped it.” Teri is now working on a comprehensive case study, so that lessons learned can be applied to future development. She says: “We didn’t get everything right, and we’ve learned a lot, but we’ve ended up with a great, thriving community.”

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THREE VALLEYS MOVES TO FILL GAP IN THE MARKET
11 March 2010

Three Valleys Housing have began manning a stall in Ilkeston Market Place every Thursday. The stall first opened last Thursday and will now be there each Thursday for the next three weeks. The initiative will allow easier access for residents to meet with staff face-to-face and discuss services and neighbourhood issues. The stall will also stock leaflets, magazines and the latest information about the association’s choice based lettings scheme ‘Home Options’. Head of Customer Services Rod Stair, said about the market stall: “The market is a popular local event on a Thursday and a great chance for us to engage with residents and the public in one of our biggest towns. We are initially running for four weeks to see if there is a demand for a presence at the market going forward.” Rod continued: “This is a really important initiative for us and shows us investing heavily in resident engagement. If anyone wants to come along to find out more about the services we offer, we will be happy to help them.” The stall opens from 10am every Thursday up until 25 March 2010.

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MAYFLOWER HELPS ATHLETIC VENUE GET UP AND RUNNING
11 March 2010

Boston Mayflower has been helping a community sporting organisation build a new home. The housing association got together with its maintenance contractor Kier Building Maintenance to work on the Boston and District Athletic Club’s (BDAC’s) new B-Hive venue in Punchbowl Lane, Boston. This included installing a long jump pit and pole vault boxes, and putting up wooden panels donated by Finnforest around the interior walls. Development Officer for BDAC, Peter Arnott, said: “We were really delighted with the help - and grateful for it. “Everyone who has come to training sessions here since the work started has been really excited and impressed by the way the venue is shaping up. It has created a real buzz. “We would like to say a big ‘thank you’ to Boston Mayflower and Kier for their efforts to help their community.” The club hopes the venue will be fully finished before the start of the 2012 Olympics so it can host events of its own for athletes from around the country - and encourage more youngsters to take part in athletics. Boston Mayflower’s Repairs Manager David Collett, said: “Our maintenance contractors, Kier, Aaron and DM Barthorpe, are committed to putting something back into the community they work in and have embraced Boston Mayflower's vision of ‘Promoting thriving, sustainable communities’. “In partnership with Boston Mayflower, the contractors have pledged to contribute towards the delivery of that vision and look forward to helping further worthy causes in the local community.”

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HOUSING NEWS: JOBS AND TENDERS ROUND-UP
11 March 2010

Housing News is advertising the following jobs and tenders on its regional newsletters: Housing News is advertising the following jobs and tenders on its regional newsletters: JOBS Hammersmith United Charities is seeking a Trustee - Housing Specialist. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/london/job. West Kent Housing Association is seeking a Policy/Service Improvement Manager. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/london. Closing Date: March 18. The Northern Housing Consortium is seeking a Procurement Manager based in Sunderland, salary circa £31k + benefits. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/northeast. Closing date: March 22. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Housing Manager. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Corporate & Development Administration Assistant. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Debt Recovery Officer [Part Time]. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. The Northern Housing Consortium is seeking a Chief Executive based in the North East, salary £108k + benefits. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/northeast. Closing date: March 15. Melville Housing Association is seeking a Housing Assistant (Temporary). For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Melville Housing Association is seeking a Property Manager. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 15. To reach the best candidates in the social housing sector, advertise your top jobs in one of our eight regional newsletters or go national to over 40,000 readers. For more information, call Hucksters on 01892 784804.

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SPOTLIGHT
12 March 2010

TRIDENT RESIDENTS MEASURE UP SERVICES THROUGH ‘OPEN DOORS’
12 March 2010

The Trident Group opened its doors to residents in Birmingham, Sandwell and South Derbyshire earlier this week, to encourage and empower residents to influence and shape the quality and choice of services delivered to them. The purpose of these interactive advisory sessions was to raise awareness of existing services and enable residents to have their say on how their homes are managed. The different options available for residents to become directly involved in decision making were also discussed. This includes membership of management boards, steering and focus groups, as well as participating in regular surveys. With its own Resident Involvement Champions, one of whom has been shortlisted as the TPAS Tenant of the Year 2010, working closely with residents is important to Trident. In follow up to the ‘Residents’ Think Tank’ focus groups, which took place in 2009 as part of Trident’s status survey, the ‘open days’ were a resounding success attracting almost 200 residents. Some 93% of attendees were in agreement that they had thoroughly enjoyed the event and found it informative and beneficial to meet members of staff. This included frontline staff, the Group Chief Executive and Directors. Over 31% of residents said that there had been considerable improvement in Trident’s services over the last 12 months. This can be attributed to the increased level of resident involvement, which is helping to guide the services, ensuring that they meet the needs of residents and the local community. This was echoed by 64% of residents, who agreed that Trident involves customers in decision making about the services and the business overall most of the time. With homes geographically dispersed across the Midlands, it is important for residents to feel a high level of engagement with staff when they contact the office by telephone. This was resonated by 86% of residents who were happy with the service and agreed that it was both helpful and professional. John Morris, Trident’s Group Chief Executive, said: “As a social business we have a significant impact on the social and economic fabric of the communities in which we operate. We want our residents to assess and influence the services we provide. The ‘open doors’ events are the first of many and serve as two-way advisory sessions, to ensure that residents’ views are at the heart of decision making. We will be looking to recruit an additional 10 Resident Involvement Champions over the coming months to increase resident participation and help us to build on our successes to date.”

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LOVELL GIVES WEST EARLHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE KITCHEN A FREE MAKEOVER
12 March 2010

West Earlham Community Centre’s kitchen is now sporting a brand-new look after affordable housing developer and housing regeneration specialist Lovell gave it a free makeover. The company joined forces with one of its subcontractors, Stratton Flooring, to refurbish the kitchen at the centre in West Earlham, Norfolk. Picture: Lovell site manager Vic Smith (left) and Councillor Linda Blakeway, executive member for neighbourhood development, (right) help West Earlham Community Centre chairperson Sheila Withey to load up the new dishwasher which Lovell has donated to the centre. The team removed the existing fixtures and fittings before installing new plumbing, electrics, kitchen units and flooring, as well as redecorating. Lovell has also donated a brand new dishwasher and microwave oven, while the floor coverings were provided by Stratton Flooring free of charge. West Earlham Community Centre, which is run and funded by a handful of dedicated volunteers, is used by a variety of local groups and for activities including Weight Watchers, line dancing and senior citizens’ bingo and keep-fit sessions. Lovell is working close to the community centre as part of a £25 million large-scale housing modernisation programme for Norwich City Council. The council, which had offered the centre a grant to help pay for some improvement works, approached Lovell to see if they could help. “When Norwich City Council asked us if we could refurbish the kitchen at West Earlham Community Centre, we were only too pleased to lend a hand,” explains Lovell regional director Simon Medler. “We thought that it would be more beneficial to the centre if its grant funding could be spent on some new equipment for the kitchen, such as a fridge-freezer and cooker. We contacted Stratton Flooring, who kindly agreed to assist us, and together, we offered our services and materials for free.” Councillor Linda Blakeway, executive member for neighbourhood development, says: “The kitchen looks really spectacular thanks to the work of Lovell and Stratton Flooring. Centres such as this one play a vital role in the community and such high-quality facilities have given it a real boost.” Paul Worley, managing director of Stratton Flooring, says: “It is a real pleasure to see a local community centre so well enjoyed and supported by its local residents, and we were only too pleased to provide the flooring for the new kitchen.”

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GUHG LEADS THE WAY IN SUPPORTED LIVING
12 March 2010

Perrydown, Milton Keynes Grand Union Housing Group (GUHG) is leading the way in independent supported living with the opening of a brand new development in Milton Keynes. Perrydown consists of 10 one-bedroom flats and one two-bedroom flat. GUHG received a grant of over £800,000 from the Homes and Communities Agency to complete the development, which is owned by Aragon Housing Association and managed by MacIntyre Housing Association. The care will be provided by Fremantle Trust. The scheme is the successful result of effective partnership working and close consultation with residents and their families. At every stage of the project residents’ needs were taken into consideration, with a high level of input from the relevant professionals. The development, built in partnership with Hill Partnerships Ltd and Kyle Smart Associates, and project managed by Robinson Low Francis (RLF), has been built to the highest specifications, achieving level four of the Code for Sustainable Homes, two years before this becomes mandatory – the first to be achieved at this standard by Grand union Housing Group. Among other features, it has a sustainable drainage system, energy efficient lighting, low water consumption toilets, recycling facilities and a Biomass boiler. Each flat has been developed in close consultation with tenants, ensuring floor coverings, kitchen units and even front door colours were chosen by each tenant. Each flat has a state-of-the-art call system so tenants are able to receive support when they need it. Individual needs have been taken into consideration with adaptations provided where necessary. Staff have a base on site to provide support and assistance when tenants require it, in order to promote as much independence as possible. Stylish, quality furniture and soft furnishings have been provided in communal areas through a donation from MacIntyre Housing Association, whose Board approved the use of its charitable fund. Some funding also went towards the purchase of furniture for use in residents’ flats. All items were chosen by tenants. Mark Green, Assistant Supported Manager for MacIntyre Housing Association, explains further: “The initiative behind the scheme is to provide a greater level of independence and quality of life for residents and to give people much more choice. Now every resident has their own living space and brightly coloured front door and they are very excited! We have installed assistive technology to help with specific living needs and have worked with occupational therapists and social services to ensure we have installed the proper levels of support, such as personalised hand rails.” This fabulous achievement was celebrated with all key partners on 3 March and among the guests were three of the new residents John, Colin and Jonathan, who each cut ribbons to formally open their new flats. Colin spoke at the close of the day to thank everyone who was involved in making Perrydown happen. This event preceded the moving in of all 12 residents into their new flats today, 11 March 2010. Councillor Irene Henderson, the Lady Mayoress of Milton Keynes, spoke at the event: “I remember our first meeting about the development and the anxieties of parents about how it would look and feel. It has been an exciting and scary road but it is wonderful to see it completed. It is an example of a real belief that was important enough to make things happen.” Aileen Evans, Managing Director of Aragon Housing Association and MacIntyre Housing Association, said: “I have huge pleasure in seeing this development completed. We are very proud that it reaches level 4 of the Code of Sustainable Homes and we are working hard to ensure all our schemes reach this. Our tenants were closely consulted throughout the process and were able to make choices about their homes that reflected their preferences. I wish the tenants a very happy time in their new home.”

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YOUTH INVOLVEMENT PROJECT MAKES ‘BIG’ IMPACT ON JUDGES
12 March 2010

An innovative project which saw young people create a sensory garden for older people has made a ‘BiG’ impact after it was shortlisted for a prestigious award. Picture: Wellingborough Homes’ BiG Idea project, which involved youngsters from Wellingborough creating a sensory garden for older people, has been shortlisted for a prestigious award. The BiG Idea project, run by Wellingborough’s largest housing association Wellingborough Homes, is one of six finalists in the running to win a Midlands Tenant Participation Advisory Service, (TPAS) Youth Involvement award. The project saw young people create a sensory garden for older residents living at Charles Robinson Court. Over six months six teenagers worked with Wellingborough Homes and its repairs contractor ROK, which was supported by its supplier Jewsons, to transform a sheltered housing garden into a sensory, accessible place. The young people from Sir Christopher Hatton Secondary School working on the project were on an ASDAN programme, which is a national qualification which recognises practical skills, such as working with others and problem solving, as an alternative to GCSE’s, and the BiG Idea project met their needs for learning practical and community skills. Wellingborough Homes’ community involvement coordinator Kirsty Cheung, explained: “Many youth involvement projects have a single focus. The BiG Idea was successful in combining work to break down barriers between generations, to engage young people to reduce anti-social behaviour and to develop practical skills. “The pupils and residents benefitted from working alongside each other to develop positive relationships in the community, and pupils developed new practical and project management skills, including face-to-face consultation and presentation skills.” Dave Willis, chief executive of Wellingborough Homes, added: “It was interesting to see that anti-social behaviour fell on the estate following the completion of the project. This is one of the initiatives we are involved in to work with young people which is having a positive effect on their peers. “We are delighted we have been shortlisted for this award. The success of the project demonstrates the level of dedication from the young people involved, as well as the partnership work involved in delivering the project.”

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FUNDING BOOST TO BENEFIT COMMUNITIES
12 March 2010

Community groups are being given a helping hand to improve the environment thanks to funding from a Daventry Housing Association. Daventry & District Housing has given £20,900 from its Environmental Improvement Budget to three community groups to help improve local facilities. Norton Parish Council and Crick Playing Field Association each received £10,000 from Daventry & District Housing’s Community Environmental Budget, which is set up to support local groups and organisations working to make a positive difference to their area. Thanks to the funding Norton Parish Council is transforming an area of land it owns into a play area and community space for residents to enjoy. The Council has also received funding from the National Lottery to fund the £21,000 project. Parish councillor Nigel Allcott, said: “It is great that Daventry & District Housing is able to help support local projects like ours. We are going to use a local contractor so the money is benefiting the community in more ways than one.” Crick Playing Field Association is using the funding for a new play surface to improve safety for children using the play equipment. Also receiving funding is Yelvertoft Village Hall Committee, which got £900 to pay for resurfacing a skate park. The Environmental Improvement Budget is overseen by a panel of Daventry & District Housing tenants, which decides which applications receive funding. Resident involvement officer for Daventry & District Housing Sarah Sims said: “We are delighted to see the funding benefit such a large number of residents in these three villages. “We are committed to improving local neighbourhoods and the Community Environment Budget is a great way of helping local groups which make a positive impact in our communities.” Daventry & District Housing’s Community Environmental Budget totals £100,000 a year.

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HOUSING NEWS: JOBS AND TENDERS ROUND-UP
12 March 2010

Housing News is advertising the following jobs and tenders on its regional newsletters: Housing News is advertising the following jobs and tenders on its regional newsletters: JOBS Hammersmith United Charities is seeking a Trustee - Housing Specialist. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/london/job. West Kent Housing Association is seeking a Policy/Service Improvement Manager. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/london. Closing Date: March 18. The Northern Housing Consortium is seeking a Procurement Manager based in Sunderland, salary circa £31k + benefits. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/northeast. Closing date: March 22. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Housing Manager. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Corporate & Development Administration Assistant. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Almond Housing Association is seeking a Debt Recovery Officer [Part Time]. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. North Glasgow Housing Association is inviting tenders for Internal Audit Services. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: April 2. The Northern Housing Consortium is seeking a Chief Executive based in the North East, salary £108k + benefits. For more information, go to: www.housingnews.co.uk/northeast. Closing date: March 15. Melville Housing Association is seeking a Housing Assistant (Temporary). For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 12. Melville Housing Association is seeking a Property Manager. For more information, go to: www.scottishhousingnews.com. Closing date: March 15. To reach the best candidates in the social housing sector, advertise your top jobs in one of our eight regional newsletters or go national to over 40,000 readers. For more information, call Hucksters on 01892 784804.

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