All Regulations articles – Page 16
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CommentMinisters must intervene to stop a prolonged dip in affordable housing supply
It feels like we are on the cusp of a downturn in affordable housing delivery, but the government has the tools to prevent if from happening, argues Paul Hackett
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CommentProspects for mortgage lending on cladding blocks have improved but questions remain
True confidence in the flat sales market is still a way off despite new approach from lenders argues Charmaine McQueen-Prince
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NewsPrivate rent rises in Scotland capped at 3% from April
Property investors welcome move to replace cost of living freeze with new limit
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NewsRegulator to start piloting inspections as it gears up for new consumer role
RSH starts recruitment drive as it prepares to take on powers to inspect and fine landlords for failures
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NewsRegulator downgrades two housing associations
Two more providers receive reduced viability ratings
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NewsSwan bondholders asked to waive lending agreement breaches
Sanctuary wants assurance that covenant breaches for Swan are waived before delayed merger can go ahead.
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NewsBlackrock-backed Heylo found non-compliant by regulator
Regulator of Social Housing concerned for-profit provider’s structure might not allow it to protect social housing assets
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CommentThe Gove who stole Christmas: why planning backdown will have a huge impact
The housing secretary’s latest proposed planning reforms will lead to further delays and fewer homes, writes Paul Smith
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NewsRegulator downgrades 15 more housing associations’ viability ratings
Further lowering of ratings as rising inflation hits financial capacity
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NewsRegulator warns of ‘inevitable’ reduction in HAs’ ability to manage risk
Housing associations spend 15% less on new homes than forecast according to latest survey
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NewsGove to block social landlords with poorly maintained homes from receiving funding
Housing secretary announces ‘crackdown’ following death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak
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CommentTragedy underlines the need to address systemic failings in our housing system
The shocking death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak has been described as a “defining moment” for the housing sector. David Orr argues the tragedy shows the need to fix deep-rooted problems in housing
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NewsAutumn statement: reaction as 7% cap on social housing rent rises confirmed
Industry figures welcome plan to set 7% limit rather than 5%
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NewsAutumn statement: social housing rent cap reportedly to be set at 7%
Jeremy Hunt expected to confirm cost-of-living intervention details later today
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NewsRegulator downgrades 19 housing associations citing ‘weakening housing market’
Major developers Clarion, L&Q, Home Group, Places for People and Sovereign among those with lowered viability ratings
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NewsGrenfell Inquiry: cladding manufacturer Arconic hits back at criticism
Firm hits back at suggestions that its British Board of Agrement certificate for its ACM panels was misleading
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NewsGrenfell survivors’ lawyer describes ‘rogues gallery’ of firms accountable for fire
Closing statements to inquiry continue throughout this week.
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NewsHousebuilder fined £116k for health and safety failings
Blackburn-based Mullberry Homes admits multiple infringements, HSE says
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CommentHow Sunak can boost affordable housing without spending (much) cash
As Rishi Sunak eyes up to £50bn of cuts, Tonia Secker & Paul McDermott outline ways he can keep affordable housing development and retrofitting going through alternatives to higher grant
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NewsSadiq Khan threatens to withdraw funding from underperforming associations
Mayor of London says he will pause or withdraw grant for development from providers who are non-compliant with regulatory standards