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Thinking holistically and increased funding for social landlords: how to improve the decency of our homes

By Mary Anne Bowring

The government’s proposed revamped Decent Homes standard is a crucial framework, but the plans could be improved, writes Mary Anne Bowring

How we can find out what people really think about new homes

Councils should seek the views of a representative sample of the local population, rather than a minority with vested interests, argues Paul Smith

For-profit RPs could be simplified and streamlined to help them deliver even more
By David Orr
Only a £3 rent convergence premium can restore housing associations’ financial capacity quickly enough
By Paul Hackett
Shared ownership must not be sidelined
By Peter Hawley
Decent homes in practice: What an updated standard could mean for housing providers and residents
By Elly Hoult
Small sites deserve big attention: why further planning reform is needed for SME developments
By Paul Campbell
Unpacking the Building Safety Regulator reforms that aim to unlock high-rise delays
By Matthew Bool and Becky Johnson
The government has thrown its support behind housebuilders, now it must translate into action
By Wayne Douglas
How to make the Building Safety Act work better
By Lee Powell
Rushanara Ali case shows why Renters’ Rights Bill needs careful handling
By David Smith
Housing associations need to rethink cost planning in the current environment
By Stuart Binnie
Ministers appear to be listening to the social housing sector – but much more needs to be done to attract private investment for delivery
By Richard Jones
We need to push the message that construction is a rewarding career of choice
By Mel Barrett