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Ask The Ombudsman - what we heard
Tuesday 10th of June 2025
On Monday, the 9th of June, we had another great session with Richard Blakeway. The Housing Ombudsman was quizzed for nearly an hour by 35 tenants on a range of subjects. Here are just some of the highlights.
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Gateshead's Experience of the Tpas Accreditation Process
Monday 9th of June 2025
The regulatory framework for social housing strongly emphasises listening to tenants and acting on their views. Gateshead applied for the Tpas accreditation to independently test our current approach and identify areas for improvement.
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Tackling Social Housing Stigma Together
Thursday 29th of May 2025
Do tenants sometimes feel like they are seen as second-class citizens just because they live in Council or Housing Association homes?
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What is the German Tenants Association (DMB)?
Thursday 22nd of May 2025
Founded in 1900 and headquartered in Berlin, the German Tenants’ Association is a federation of local and regional tenants' organisations that provides legal assistance, lobbies for tenant-friendly legislation, and supports public discourse around housing justice. The DMB represents millions of members through more than 300 local branches.
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Behind Berlin’s Walls: 5 Key Facts About Social Housing in Germany’s Capital
Monday 12th of May 2025
Read these 5 Key Facts about Berlin's Social Housing.
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