Research

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 homes
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

The holistic benefits of retained council housing 
A report by ARCH and APSE entitled Under One Roof: The holistic benefits of retained council housing looks at ways in which local authority ownership and management of stock ties in with wider social, environmental and economic goals. It includes case studies showing how a range of other services can operate more effectively as a result of retained council housing.  Download here 

Briefings

ARCH members can log in to the members' area of this site to access recent briefings

Previous briefings

ARCH response to 'Reform of council housing finance' consultation - ARCH, July 2010

New housing powers for local authorities - ARCH Briefing, June 2009

HCA proposals for council new build - latest briefing - ARCH Briefing, May 2009

Consultation on changes to revenue and capital rules for new council housing - ARCH Briefing - January 2009

Briefing on survey of ARCH members - ARCH Briefing - August 2008

OFT Investigation Report - ARCH Briefing - April 2008

Housing and Regeneration Bill - APSE Briefing - December 2007

Mind the Skills Gap: The Skills we need for Sustainable Communities - APSE Briefing - October 2007

Homes for the Future: More Affordable, More Sustainable - APSE Briefing - August 2007

Making Competition Work for You: A Guide for Public Sector Procurers of Construction - APSE Briefing - August 2007

Every Tenant Matters: A Review of Social Housing Regulation - APSE Briefing - June 2007

Ends and Means: The Future Roles of Social Housing in England - APSE Briefing - April 2007