Could a Cross-departmental Housing Delivery Unit Help Coordinate Policy?
A recent report has recommended that the government establish a cross-departmental housing delivery unit to coordinate policy. This is one of several recommendations from a commission originally led by economist Kate Barker. Alex […]
GMCA Enlists New Housing Officers to Protect Renters
A new generation of housing officers is hitting the streets of Greater Manchester ready to crack down on poor housing, as part of plans to bolster local teams and empower renters. Thirteen new […]
CIH’s 2024 UK Housing Review Autumn Briefing Paper Published
CIH have publishing the 2024 UK Housing Review Autumn Briefing Paper, the fifteenth in the series, which provides expert analysis and specialist insight assessing the implications of changes in housing policy and investment […]
Government Unlocks Brownfield Sites for New Homes
Thousands of new homes to be built as part of the government’s plans to get the country building again, create jobs and grow the economy as a multi-million-pound funding boost is given councils […]
Iberdrola Doubles UK Green Energy Infrastructure Investment
Clean energy major Iberdrola, the largest electricity company in Europe and one of the two largest worldwide, has announced plans to more than double its UK investment plans, ahead of the UK’s International […]
Countryside Alliance Calls for “Rooftop-first” Approach to Solar Power
The Countryside Alliance has responded to the government’s proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), highlighting its key concerns and recommendations. As part of its consultation response, the Alliance makes the point that […]
Last UK Coal Power Station Closes
The United Kingdom will today close its last coal fired power plant. The closure of Ratcliffe-on-Soar Power Station marks the end of the coal power era in the country, making the UK the […]
GMCA Launches Housing First Unit in Response to Housing Crisis
A unique piece of research commissioned by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) reveals the huge financial strain temporary accommodation costs are placing on local authorities. Each year, an estimated £74.6 million is […]
Government to Boost Energy Efficiency for Rental Properties
Over 1 million households are set to be lifted out of fuel poverty, as the government announces plans for the biggest potential boost to home energy standards in history. Families across the country […]