Rent convergence – new research published

New research by Savills has been published analysing the impact of the rent convergence options proposed in the current consultation from MHCLG.  The research was commissioned by ARCH in collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Housing, National Housing...

The importance of understanding tenants’ homes

A new report from the Regulator of Social Housing emphasises the importance of social landlords understanding the condition of tenants’ homes. Regulatory standards require landlords to have a strong understanding of stock condition. Through its regulatory activity,...

Regulator issues gradings for 10 local authorities

In its latest batch of judgements, issued on 30 July, the Regulator of Social Housing has given a C1 grading the London Borough of Enfield, and C2 gradings to Crawley Borough Council, East Devon District Council, South Holland District Council and the London Borough...

MHCLG consults on Decent Homes and MEES

The Government has published consultation papers proposing updates to the Decent Homes Standard and a new Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES) for social and affordable housing.  Both consultations close on 10 September.  ARCH is preparing responses to both...