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The King's Speech - A new chapter for social housing
Thursday 14th of May 2026
We welcome the Government’s continued focus on protecting and renewing social housing, strengthening resident safety and addressing long-standing structural issues within the housing system
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Why Equal‑Footing Engagement Works – Reflections from the Chair of the emh Homes Resident Influence Committee
Wednesday 13th of May 2026
I have seen first‑hand how powerful genuine engagement can be when residents and senior leaders meet each other on equal footing. Not identical roles, but equal value. That difference matters.
Topics: Tenant Engagement
7 New Housing Powers for Mayors under the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026
Thursday 30th of April 2026
1. A statutory strategic housing role within new Strategic Authorities
2. Stronger powers to intervene in planning decisions
3. Introduction of mayoral Community Infrastructure Levy (Mayoral CIL)
4. Requirement to produce Local Growth Plans
5. Expanded use of mayoral development corporations
6. A statutory “right to request” further devolved powers
7. Duty to consider health improvement and inequality reduction
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Inspection advice? Be open, honest and focused on improvement
Tuesday 28th of April 2026
Our April meet-up for LA and ALMO engagement officers gave members the chance to explore one of the sector’s biggest topics right now: inspections.
Topics: Strategies, Plans & Reports, Tenant Engagement , Member Forums, National Housing Policies, Regulation & Standards, Membership Materials
The Building Safety Regulator recruits Chair Person for Residents’ Panel
Tuesday 14th of April 2026
The Building Safety Regulator are currently looking to recruit a Chair for the panel, to lead the meetings and ongoing work of the panel. They are seeking applications from current residents of high-rise buildings.
Topics: Tenant Panels / Associations