What is ARCH?

The Association of Retained Council Housing was set up for councils whose tenants have chosen the local authority as their landlord. ARCH brings councils who own and manage housing together to get the best deal for their tenants.

ARCH members' area
Latest briefings, research and meeting minutes and agendas are available to ARCH members on a password protected basis. Read more

ARCH annual report - download here

ARCH comment on new housing strategy
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Latest government statement on self-financing 
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Self-financing jeopardised by right to buy changes, says ARCH
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ARCH response to the government's consultation on implementing social housing reform
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A true picture
Article by ARCH Tenants' Group Chair Jennifer Homes in Inside Housing. Read more

Home truths: Tenants' tales of council housing
ARCH's new publication featuring interviews with tenants about their experiences of council housing. Download here

ARCH demonstrates the benefits of building new council home
ARCH has launched a report showcasing the achievements of local authorities in building new homes and putting the business case for further investment. Read press release or download here