OFGEM consults on heat networks regulation

Ofgem is currently conducting two consultations on the future regulation of the heat network sector, for which it will be responsible.     The  heat networks regulation: implementing consumer protections consultation (published jointly with...

Regulator issues C4 grading to Castle Point BC

Following an inspection earlier this month, the Regulator of Social Housing has issued a C4 grading to Castle Point Borough Council.  A C4 grading indicates that in the Regulator’s view, there are very serious failings in delivering consumer standards and...

Devolution White Paper published

On 16 December, the Government published an English Devolution White Paper which, it says, “initiates the biggest transfer of power out of Westminster to England’s regions this century”.  It includes plans to extend the coverage of Strategic...

MHCLG publishes plan to accelerate cladding remediation

On 2 December, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) announced plans to accelerate the remediation of high-rise residential buildings with unsafe cladding to ensure that all affected buildings are fixed by no later than December 2029,...

ARCH wants to hear your views on future council rents

ARCH has been considering how it will respond to the current consultation on future council and housing association rent policy. The Government’s proposals have been discussed by the ARCH Board and a specially-convened meeting of finance specialists, held...