National Housing Federation

Update

Government proposals on audit reform

The government is proposing to introduce new thresholds for defining companies as Public Interest Entities.

30 June 2022

Blog

Creating safe spaces for the young and homeless in the LGBTQ+ community

Find out how Centrepoint provides homeless young LGBTQ+ people with accommodation, health support and life skills in order to get them back into education, training and employment.

Pascale Day , 30 June 2022

Blog

The critical shortage of housing is stopping councils acting earlier to prevent homelessness

Francesca Albanese, Head of Research and Evaluation at Crisis, reflects on the success of the Homelessness Reduction Act and asks what more needs to be done to support those facing homelessness.

Francesca Albanese, 27 June 2022

Blog

Are you ready for Rural Housing Week 2022?

Rural Housing Week, taking place 4-8 July, is our opportunity to put levelling up in a rural context.

Shaughan Dolan, 23 June 2022

Blog

Why we stand with refugees this Refugee Week

Fuad Mahamed, Chief Executive Officer of ACH reflects on why we must continue to support refugees and provide opportunities for people to thrive in the UK.

Fuad Mahamed, 23 June 2022

Update

What does the Renters' Reform Bill mean for supported housing?

The government has published new proposals on reform of tenure, including the abolition of section 21 ‘no fault’ repossession of property.

22 June 2022

Update

Our response to the Renters’ Reform White Paper

Earlier this month, DLUHC published a white paper on Renters’ Reform.

22 June 2022

Blog

Celebrating 50 years of Pride at Stonewall Housing

Tina Wathern, Director of Education and Engagement from Stonewall Housing reflects on their impact on the Pride movement over the past 50 years and outlines the future ahead.

Tina Wathern, 22 June 2022

Blog

Honouring the Windrush generation for their contributions to Britain

Read a blog from Olive Jones, Director of People, NHF which marks Windrush Day 2022 and the 74th anniversary since the Windrush generation arrived in the UK.

Olive Jones, 22 June 2022

Blog

This Refugee Week we can all play our part and help those arriving in our communities to heal

Part of the trauma of a refugee experience is the loss of your home; part of the healing, therefore, must be securing a safe home in order to build a new life.

John Delahunty , 21 June 2022

Press Release

National Housing Federation appoints new chair, Maggie Galliers CBE

The National Housing Federation has announced that Maggie Galliers CBE has been selected to become its new Chair, starting in September.

21 June 2022

Blog

Celebrating Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month

Boris Worrall, Chief Executive of Rooftop Housing and Chair of the National Advisory Panel on Gypsy Traveller Housing reviews the progress made in housing for the Gypsy and Traveller community.

Boris Worrall, 16 June 2022

Blog

How supported housing helped me get back on my feet

Rianne Benjamin, resident at Christian Action, reflects on the support she received and how it's helped her take the first steps towards a new career.

Rianne Benjamin, 15 June 2022

Update

The energy crisis and communal heating systems – feedback required

The NHF is discussing with the government and consumer organisations how best to help tenants with fuel costs given anticipated price rises.

13 June 2022

Blog

Carers Week 2022 - coming out from behind the scenes

Natalie Quilter, Diversity Inclusion and Wellbeing Lead at Notting Hil Genesis opens up about her personal story as an unpaid carer.

Natalie Quilter , 13 June 2022

Update

Start preparing for Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund: Wave 2

Applications for funding from wave 2 of the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund will open in late August or early September 2022 but you can begin preparing applications now.

10 June 2022

Update

Prime Minister announces plans for housing association Right to Buy

The Prime Minister has confirmed his plans to extend the Right to Buy scheme to housing association tenants.

10 June 2022

Response

Right to Buy - our response

Read our response to the government's announcement on the Right to Buy scheme.

09 June 2022

Update

Social Housing Regulation Bill published

We've outlined our initial response to the Social Housing Regulation Bill and summarised some of the key measures it will introduce.

09 June 2022

Update

Ending the need for food banks

The APPG on Ending the Need for Food Banks is running an inquiry to explore how communities and the government should address the need for food banks.

09 June 2022

Update

Independent panel on quality in housing association homes

We want to take action to address the issues of quality within the social housing sector.

09 June 2022

Press Release

Independent panel set up to tackle poor-quality homes

The National Housing Federation and Chartered Institute for Housing will set up an independent panel to make urgent recommendations for tackling poor quality housing in the sector.

08 June 2022

Response

The Social Housing Regulation Bill - our response

Kate Henderson, Chief Executive of the NHF responds to the recently published Social Housing Regulation Bill.

08 June 2022

Blog

How to be a trans ally?

To celebrate Pride Month Joanne Lockwood, Associate, HDN shares her top tips on how to become a trans ally. Watch the video and learn more.

Joanne Lockwood, 07 June 2022

Update

Cost of living support announced

On Thursday, the government announced a £15bn package implementing a number of measures to provide support to millions of households across the UK struggling with the rising cost of living.

31 May 2022

Update

DWP guidance on deductions from benefits

The Department for Work and Pensions has published guidance that explains how creditors, including landlords, can request deductions from benefits to help people manage debt.

27 May 2022

Blog

Top tips on how to become a Disability Confident employer

Watch a video from Kathryn Jones, Diversity and Inclusion Lead from Aster Group who shares some tips on how to become a Disability Confident employer and help to create a more inclusive social housing sector.

Kathryn Jones, 26 May 2022

Blog

What did we learn from Climate and Sustainability in Housing 2022?

Ewan Fulford from our Policy team rounds up of the key themes and messages from Climate Change and Sustainability in Housing 2022.

Ewan Fulford, 25 May 2022

Update

Commencement of the Fire Safety Act 2021

The Fire Safety Act 2021 was implemented on 16 May 2022 and the regulations arising from it were laid before Parliament on 18 May. We've summarised the Act and the regulations, and clarified some of the main points.

20 May 2022

Update

Clarifying consent for the Commitment to Refer

We have updated the Commitment to Refer guidelines to clarify the process around consent.

18 May 2022

Update

The Queen's speech 2022: our response

We've summarised the key information for housing associations from the state opening of Parliament.

17 May 2022

Update

Phase two of the No Homeless Veterans campaign launched

Today at the House of Lords, we joined organisations from the housing and homelessness sector, Armed Forces charities, MPs from all parties, and local authority leaders to launch a new phase of a campaign to end homelessness among Armed Forces veterans.

17 May 2022

Update

NHF response to the Infrastructure Levy under the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill

We welcome the publication of the Bill and look forward to working with the government to ensure the supply of affordable housing is protected.

12 May 2022

Blog

Home Group’s hospital discharge and mental health services

Rosie Lynch provides an insight into Home Group's Hospital Discharge Service offering housing advice and support for patients recovering from mental health difficulties to live in the community, make a home and achieve a better quality of life.

Rosie Lynch , 12 May 2022

Update

Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms mandatory from October 2022

Eddie Hughes MP has once again written with an update on new smoke and carbon monoxide alarm requirements.

11 May 2022

Response

NHF response to the Queen's Speech

We look forward to working with the government to ensure social housing residents are always listened to and strengthen their rights through implementing the Social Housing Regulation Bill.

10 May 2022

Update

Building Safety Act

The Building Safety Bill has received Royal Assent, and the new Act will bring into force a number of measures intended to make buildings and residents safe, and protect leaseholders from building safety costs.

05 May 2022

Blog

Social housing residents must not pay the price of the energy crisis

The energy crisis and cost of living increases are causing severe financial difficulties for many housing association residents, and are also driving up costs for housing associations themselves.

Kate Henderson, 05 May 2022

Update

Government advice on help available for tackling anti-social behaviour

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities have published guidance explaining the help available for social housing residents with tackling anti-social behaviour.

04 May 2022

Update

The Housing Ombudsman’s call for evidence on noise complaints

The Housing Ombudsman has launched a call for evidence to support their next systemic investigation which will look at noise complaints. Submit your evidence by 13 May 2022.

04 May 2022

Blog

Changing culture and leadership with Together with Tenants

Angela Gascoigne, Chief Executive of SHAL Housing explores the importance of changing culture and leadership for housing associations to successfully adopt Together with Tenants.

Angela Gascoigne, 04 May 2022

Update

Temporary pause on energy usage deductions from benefits

In light of the significant increase in energy bills, the Department for Work and Pensions has written to UK energy suppliers about plans to temporarily pause requests to pay for ongoing energy usage from benefits from 1 April.

03 May 2022

Blog

Why the NHF Code of Conduct still matters

James Tickell, Partner at Campbell Tickell, explains why the launch of the NHF's updated Code of Conduct is more important than ever at a time when the sector is under scrutiny.

James Tickell, Partner, Campbell Tickell, 03 May 2022

Statement

Statement on Right to Buy

NHF Chief Executive Kate Henderson reacts to recent news that the government may be considering reviving the Right to Buy scheme.

03 May 2022

Update

New money guidance from Money and Pensions Service

The guidance focusses on people who have not yet missed payments on their bills or credit obligations, but are at risk of doing so.

29 April 2022

Update

Household Support Fund launched

The Household Support Fund has been doubled to £1bn in an effort to assist families with the cost of living.

29 April 2022

Update

Completing the move to Universal Credit

Following a pause during the pandemic the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has restarted its programme to move all those in receipt of legacy benefits to Universal Credit.

28 April 2022

Update

Government grants available for electric vehicle chargepoints

£350 is available for each parking space provided with a chargepoint socket, with up to 200 grants available per year per landlord.

27 April 2022

Blog

This Earth Day, we examine the latest developments in climate policy and what it means for social housing

Policy Officer Rory Hughes summarises the recent developments for the UK and for housing associations in the field of sustainability and decarbonisation.

Rory Hughes, 22 April 2022

Blog

What speaking to recently homeless families made me realise about allocating homes

Research Lead at the NHF, Bekah Ryder, explores what talking to recently homeless families for the recently published 'Housing homeless families' taught her about the process of allocating homes.

Bekah Ryder, 22 April 2022

Update

New government mental health and wellbeing plan – give your views

The government are seeking views to address the causes of mental ill-health, and to expand and improve NHS services to ensure they work for all.

21 April 2022

Update

Supported oversight housing pilots - DLUHC final evaluation

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) have published their final evaluation of the supported oversight housing pilots.

21 April 2022

Update

Update on government negotiations with developers

Michael Gove, has provided an update on his negotiations with developers around ensuring that those responsible for the building safety crisis pay to fix it.

14 April 2022

Update

New Disabled Facilities Grant guidance

The government has produced new guidance on the delivery of the Disabled Facilities Grant for adaptations to serve the needs of older and disabled people.

07 April 2022

Update

UK Covid-19 Inquiry

The government has published a draft Terms of Reference for its inquiry into the UK's preparedness and response to the coronavirus pandemic.

07 April 2022

Update

Update on Gazprom and contracts with Russian-owned suppliers

Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, housing associations have been reconsidering their contracts with Russian-owned businesses, particularly Gazprom Energy.

07 April 2022

Update

Latest announcements regarding retrofit funding, decarbonisation and the ongoing energy crisis (April 2022)

There have been a number of government announcements recently that will impact housing associations.

07 April 2022

Blog

What’s next for Together with Tenants?

Catherine Ryder, Director of Policy and Research, NHF provides a progress update on our Together with Tenants initiative helping to strengthen relationships between housing associations and residents.

Catherine Ryder, 06 April 2022

Update

Review of Decent Homes Standard accelerated

The Decent Homes Standard review has resumed and will now also cover the private rented sector.

06 April 2022

Blog

Becoming a Disability Confident housing association

Sarah Miller, Chief Executive of Papworth Trust reviews how housing associations can become Disability Confident organisations.

Sarah Miller, 29 March 2022

Response

Our response to the government’s announcement on social housing regulation

Read our response to the government's latest announcement on the Social Housing Regulation Bill.

29 March 2022

Update

Joint letter to the Secretary of State (BEIS) about the decarbonisation of homes

We have joined NatWest and others who signed a letter to the Secretary of State Kwasi Kwarteng MP detailing measures the government should take now to ensure we can deliver energy efficiency this decade.

29 March 2022

Update

The energy crisis: how it’s affecting residents and housing associations

Housing associations are doing all they can to help mitigate the impact of energy price rises on tenants and leaseholders.

25 March 2022

Update

New measures on building safety remediation costs

The government has announced new measures to protect leaseholders from paying for building safety remediation costs and ensure that those responsible pay.

25 March 2022

Update

Homes for Ukraine scheme and supporting the effort to house refugees

An update on housing association's efforts to support refugees.

25 March 2022

Update

The NHF joins the sector in calls to help young victims of sexual assault access housing

Solace, the women’s aid organisation, have written to HM Treasury to demand they do more to protect victims of sexual assault aged under 35.

24 March 2022

Press Release

Spring Statement 2022: our response

Our response to the Spring Statement 2022

23 March 2022

Update

Social housing allocations survey from Crisis and CaCHE

The NHF is collaborating with Crisis and the UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence (CaCHE) on a survey looking at current practices and issues affecting social housing allocations.

21 March 2022

Update

NICE guide on integrated health and social care for people experiencing homelessness

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence and the Centre for Homelessness Impact have jointly published a guideline on ways to improve access to and engagement with health and social care services for people experiencing homelessness.

21 March 2022

Update

DLUHC announce intention to introduce new package of oversight for supported housing

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) has published a Written Ministerial Statement. The statement concerns the quality and regulation of supported housing.

17 March 2022

Blog

Why autonomy and control are key to solving the staffing crisis

Autonomy and control in your work are one of the key elements that make a workplace an attractive place to be. Do we make enough of this in how we sell social care to a diverse spectrum of workers?

Jim Thomas, 17 March 2022

Blog

Celebrating women in social housing

Lucy Malarkey, Managing Director of WISH celebrates the contribution of women working in social housing as part of Women's History Month 2022.

Lucy Malarkey, 17 March 2022

Update

Recruitment and retention – how do we address the staffing crisis in the care and support sector?

In response to our members highlighting the issue of recruitment and retention in the care and supported housing sector, we held two member roundtables in February.

16 March 2022

Update

Funding to strengthen local partnerships to prevent and end rough sleeping

The prospectus for the DLUHC Voluntary and Community Frontline Sector Support Grant is now live. Applications for the four separate lines of the fund are due by 1 April.

15 March 2022

Update

Exploring the link between supported housing and improved health and wellbeing

Two member groups are collaborating to commission external research into the impact of supported housing on homeless prevention and improving the health and wellbeing of customers.

15 March 2022

Update

Decarbonisation and lending – housing roundtable

In February 2022, we hosted a roundtable to discuss housing associations’ capacity to invest in decarbonising and improving the energy efficiency of their stock.

14 March 2022

Update

Committee report stresses impact of building safety costs on the delivery of affordable homes

The levelling up, housing and communities committee has published a new report on cladding and remediation.

14 March 2022

Press Release

NHF response to committee report on building safety remediation and funding

Read our response to the Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Committee's report on building safety remediation and funding.

11 March 2022

Update

Our recent work on non-commissioned exempt accommodation

On 23 February, a parliamentary debate was tabled by the Labour Party on non-commissioned exempt accommodation.

11 March 2022

Update

No Homeless Veterans campaign: survey responses needed

The NHF is working to deliver the second stage of the No Homeless Veterans campaign alongside Homeless Link.

09 March 2022

Blog

#BreakTheBias – International Women’s Day 2022

To celebrate International Women's Day 2022 Olive Jones reflects on the importance of raising awareness against bias and taking more action to support women’s equality.

Olive Jones, 08 March 2022

Update

New resident survey on Social Housing White Paper commitments

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities have commissioned a new survey for social housing tenants in England reviewing how landlords are currently performing against the commitments in the Social Housing White Paper.

04 March 2022

Update

Second phase of complaints handling campaign launched

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) are running a second campaign to raise awareness of, and increase confidence in the social housing complaints making process.

04 March 2022

Update

Department for Work and Pension announcement on annual rent changes

The Department for Work and Pensions confirmed earlier this month that all 2022 annual rent changes would be subject to verification by landlords on the Universal Credit portal this year.

24 February 2022

Update

Domestic abuse consultations launched

The Department for Levelling Up Housing and Communities has announced two domestic abuse consultations.

23 February 2022

Update

Living with Covid plan announced

The Prime Minister has announced an end to all remaining coronavirus restrictions in England.

22 February 2022

Blog

Tackling the LGBTQ+ youth homelessness crisis

To mark LGBT+ History Month Jotepreet Bhandal, Campaigns, Policy and Research Lead at akt reviews how can we tackle the LGBTQ+ youth homelessness crisis in the UK.

Jotepreet Bhandal, 18 February 2022

Update

Our work with the new Minister of State for Housing

The NHF has welcomed the new Minister of State for Housing, Stuart Andrew MP following a cabinet reshuffle.

10 February 2022

Update

Consultation to revoke compulsory vaccinations for health and social care staff

On 31 January 2022, the government announced its intention to revoke the regulations that made vaccination a condition of deployment for health and social care staff.

10 February 2022

Update

Bidding open for next round of Rough Sleeping Accommodation Programme funding

Councils and their partners have until midday on 13 April 2022 to submit their co-produced proposals for the next round of Rough Sleeping Accommodation Programme (RSAP) funding.

09 February 2022

Update

NHF becomes Disability Confident Committed

The NHF has signed up to become a Disability Confident employer having completed level 1 of the Disability Confident scheme.

08 February 2022

Update

What does the Levelling Up White Paper mean for housing associations?

The Levelling Up White Paper has now been published, find out what it means for housing associations.

08 February 2022

Blog

Without more support, the cost of remediating fire safety issues will be felt by those who can least afford it

Housing associations are committed to making homes safe for residents, but absorbing the costs can mean they have to delay other urgent work.

Jeremy Gray, 07 February 2022

Update

New domestic abuse guidance published

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) have recently updated two pieces of guidance in relation to supporting victims of domestic abuse.

04 February 2022

Statement

NHF response to Levelling Up White Paper

Our Chief Executive, Kate Henderson, responds to the government's Levelling Up White Paper.

02 February 2022

Blog

Not just because it’s right, but because it’s necessary to be better

Board member Nick Yandle explains how our board level equality, diversity and inclusion group is aiming to tackle some big challenges in the sector.

Nick Yandle, 28 January 2022

Blog

What will 2022 hold for our decarbonisation work?

As the energy crisis continues, our work on decarbonisation has a renewed sense of urgency, so it is worth recapping where we have come from and where it is going in the next few months.

Rory Hughes, 26 January 2022

Update

Help your council shape their rough sleeping funding plans before 25 February

Local authorities are currently developing plans that will shape homelessness services for the next three years. Housing associations can, and should engage now to share best practice and help shape those services.

21 January 2022

Blog

Social housing’s commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in 2022

Find out how housing associations can drive change in EDI this year by setting New Year’s resolutions using the key recommendations from our EDI report.

Kate Henderson, 19 January 2022

Blog

Raising awareness of disability in the workplace

Watch Gemma Waddington’s Vlog and learn about her personal journey leading to the creation of a diversity and inclusion group called Don’t Dis my Ability at The Hyde Group.

Gemma Waddington, 14 January 2022

Update

Supported housing: new testing and isolation rules introduced

The advice for health and social care staff on testing has changed.

12 January 2022

Update

Future Homes Standard – interim uplift information

In December 2021, the government implemented the interim uplift to building regulations and published new Approved Documents.

12 January 2022

Blog

Why some of the answers to the social care staffing crisis lie locally

Sector leaders are reporting that staff shortages across all services are the worst they have ever known.

Oona Goldsworthy, 11 January 2022

Update

Plan B guidance – what has changed and what it means for housing associations

In early December, the government announced the implementation of its Plan B for containing and managing the spread of the Omicron variant of coronavirus in England.

11 January 2022

Blog

How can housing associations best help people off the street and into a long term home?

In the last year, the number of rough sleepers has fallen dramatically in London and across England. What made this radical change possible and, more importantly, how can we keep the momentum going and end rough sleeping for good?

Kathleen Hopgood, 11 January 2022

Statement

NHF response to building safety announcement

The NHF has responded to an announcement on building safety by the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.

10 January 2022

Update

Tenant satisfaction measures consultation

The Regulator of Social Housing is consulting on a proposed set of tenant satisfaction measures until 3 March 2022.

10 January 2022

Blog

Looking ahead at what 2022 might bring for supported housing

Supported housing is a workforce to be reckoned with - we have great values and a true sense of purpose We’re adaptable, hard working and most of all, we care.

Andrew Griffiths, 07 January 2022

Blog

The Thinkhouse board member blog: will our homes and services stand the test of time?

A summary of inspiring reports for board members on delivering high quality homes now and in the future.

Peter Williams, 06 January 2022

Blog

What will 2022 look like for social housing?

Our mission at the NHF is to understand and anticipate the critical issues affecting the social housing sector - here are some of the key issues on our radar.

Kate Henderson, 04 January 2022

Update

New plans to protect and vaccinate rough sleepers

Eddie Hughes MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Rough Sleeping and Housing at DLUHC has issued a letter to local authorities indicating that they should accommodate rough sleepers and connect them with support to receive their coronavirus vaccination.

22 December 2021

Update

Exempt accommodation inquiry - call for evidence

Please get in touch with our team by 14 January if you would like to share your views.

22 December 2021

Update

NHF joins steering group to examine rural homelessness

Chaired by English Rural Housing Association, this will be a 12 month collaboration between Kent and Southampton University and several leading homelessness and rural charities, including HomelessLink, the Trussell Trust and the NHF.

21 December 2021

Update

Renters reform – give us your views

The reforms include repealing Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988, ensuring the grounds for eviction in Section 8 are “fit for purpose”, and improving the court process.

20 December 2021

Update

Have your say – our new Code of Conduct

We have rewritten our 2012 Code of Conduct to reflect contemporary thinking in good governance. The draft code is available to download and NHF members can send their feedback by Friday 14 January.

16 December 2021

Blog

How partnerships can help housing associations to tackle homelessness

As the Homelessness Lead for Bromford my role is deliver on our strategic goal ‘We want to improve social justice and play our part in reducing homelessness in our big four areas’.

Hazel O'Halloran, 16 December 2021

Press Release

1 in 5 children in need of a new home

Two million children in England are living in overcrowded, unaffordable or unsuitable homes, according to new findings.

15 December 2021

Blog

How housing associations can continue their work to become actively anti-racist

Khalid Mair introduces the Social Housing Anti-Racism Pledge which is due to be launched in early 2022.

Khalid Mair, 09 December 2021

Blog

Tackling domestic abuse at Octavia Housing

Elizabeth Rowland, Housing Services Manager at Octavia Housing explains how they've got involved in the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign to tackle domestic abuse.

Elizabeth Rowland, 09 December 2021

Update

Building safety remedial works and funding: Michael Gove’s review

The new Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, Michael Gove MP, has stated his commitment to building safety and confirmed that he is reviewing his Department’s policies.

08 December 2021

Blog

What do the Affordable Homes Programme 21-26 strategic partnership grant allocations tell us?

Nathan Pickles, Corporate Finance Consultant at Wharfedale Associates, takes a closer look at what the strategic partnership grant allocations mean.

Nathan Pickles, 08 December 2021

Update

Join our Finance Policy Advisory Group

We're looking for two new members to join our expert panel providing senior finance specialist input to NHF policy development and discussion.

07 December 2021

Blog

What does the future look like for housing associations?

As part of our strategic review, Tristan Carlyon, Head of Research and Analysis, NHF reviews the external factors that may influence the work of housing associations in the next few years.

Tristan Carlyon, 02 December 2021

Blog

Tackling equality, diversity and inclusion in housing

A preview of the NHF'S Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Housing event on 9 December bringing together leaders from across the social housing sector to reveal the results from the first national picture of the diversity of the housing association workforce in England.

Kate Henderson, 02 December 2021

Update

Social housing recognised in new Social Care White Paper

The NHF has welcomed the government’s launch of a wide ranging 10 year vision for Social Care, People at the Heart of Care.

02 December 2021

Update

Updated coronavirus guidance for supported living

The government has updated its coronavirus guidance for staff and service users in supported living settings in a number of areas.

02 December 2021

Response

Our response to the government's Social Care White Paper

Catherine Ryder, Director of Policy and Research at the NHF responds to the government's Social Care White Paper released today.

01 December 2021

Blog

Westward Housing marks 16 Days of Activism against Gendered-Based Violence

To mark this year’s campaign against gendered-based violence learn how Westward Housing is raising awareness around domestic abuse.

Nicki Spear, 25 November 2021

Blog

Why I’ve joined the Strategic Reference Group on Perpetrators of Domestic Abuse

Domestic abuse occurs in homes up and down the country - we need to ensure the social housing sector is part of the solution. I’m joining the conversation from a different angle: holding perpetrators to account and preventing harm.

Kate Henderson, 24 November 2021

Update

Government announce extension of compulsory vaccinations to health and wider social care settings

Following public consultation on the issue, the government has announced its decision on the proposal to extend the requirement for compulsory vaccinations as a condition of deployment to health and wider social care settings.

18 November 2021

Blog

How we’re promoting open and fair board recruitment at ForHousing

ForHousing has welcomed five new members to its board, including a new chair. Colette McKune (MBE), Chief Executive of ForHousing and Chair of the NHF’s EDI in Housing Group outlines the approach they have taken to ensure diversity in skills and background.

Colette McKune, 18 November 2021

Blog

Net zero is no small feat but the government and housing associations share the same goals

Blog by Lord Callanan, Secretary of State at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).

Lord Callanan, 18 November 2021

Blog

The Vulnerability Registration Service – how we’re helping to keep people safe

If an organisation knows about a person’s circumstances, they can make sure they're treated appropriately and with the duty of care they deserve.

Helen Lord, 17 November 2021

Blog

What we learned from Michael Gove’s Select Committee appearance

Find out what the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities had to say about levelling up, planning, social housing and building safety.

Joe Waters, 16 November 2021

Blog

Almshouses: the historic model, fit for the future

Almshouses have provided homes and support to the local communities they serve for over a thousand years, but there's still much to learn about them.

Nick Phillips, 16 November 2021

Blog

How housing associations can support veterans this Remembrance Day

Securing long-term funding and creating armed forces-friendly work places are key to ensuring veterans are supported by housing associations.

Lee Buss-Blair, 11 November 2021

Update

Winter Pressures Funding for rough sleeper accommodation

The government has announced £10m of funding to be spent on accommodation for rough sleepers over winter.

04 November 2021

Blog

What happened at the Summit Special Edition 2021?

Ed Barber, Policy Assistant at the NHF provides a roundup of the key sessions from our National Housing Summit event.

Ed Barber, 04 November 2021

Update

Housing Ombudsman spotlight report on damp and mould

The Housing Ombudsman has published a new spotlight report on damp and mould urging housing providers to take a zero tolerance approach. Find out the report's main recommendations.

04 November 2021

Blog

A truly flexible model of hybrid working will help us prepare for the next phase of the pandemic

Ruth Cooke, Chief Executive of GreenSquareAccord explains how a flexible model of hybrid working will help organisations prepare for the next phase of the pandemic.

Ruth Cooke, 03 November 2021

Blog

emh – our experience with MMC and Building Better

Time Wade, Development Director of emh, talks to us about MMC, Building Better, and their challenges and plans for the future.

Tim Wade, 03 November 2021

Blog

The route to decarbonising social housing is finally becoming clearer

Blog by Will Jeffwitz, Head of Policy at the National Housing Federation.

Will Jeffwitz, 02 November 2021

Blog

Purple Tuesday – how we’re improving the customer experience for disabled people

Find out from Mike Adams, Chief Executive Officer of Purple how they're using #PurpleTuesday initiative to drive improved customer experience for disabled people.

Mike Adams, 01 November 2021

Blog

Black History Month interview with Olive Jones, Director of People, National Housing Federation

In this BHM interview, we catch up with Olive Jones, Director of People at NHF.

Olive Jones, 29 October 2021

Blog

Planning for the future through our strategic review

Rhys Moore, Executive Director of Public Impact, NHF discusses how the NHF is in the process of crafting our next current business strategy shaped by a strategic review with a focus on what the longer-term future may hold for the social housing sector.

Rhys Moore, 29 October 2021

Statement

NHF response to the Chancellor's Budget 2021

Today’s budget is a welcome commitment of support in key areas, after a year that has seen families across the country struggling to afford the cost of living.

27 October 2021

Update

Local authority Homelessness Prevention Grant increased by £65m to support vulnerable renters

The government has increased the ring-fenced homelessness prevention fund available to local authorities by £65m.

27 October 2021

Blog

Black History Month interview with Llewellyn Graham, Chief Executive of Nehemiah Housing Association

In this BHM interview, we catch up with Llewellyn Graham, Chief Executive of Nehemiah Housing Association.

Llewellyn Graham, 25 October 2021

Update

What the NHF is doing to encourage partnership working to end homelessness

The NHF is working to provide opportunities for housing associations to learn about partnership working and discuss possible approaches going forwards.

21 October 2021

Update

Building a national picture of diversity in social housing using our EDI data tool

The NHF would like to say a big thank you to members who submitted their EDI data tool and contributed to building the first-ever national picture of workforce diversity in the social housing sector.

21 October 2021

Press Release

More than 1 in 10 new affordable homes lost to building safety costs

More than 1 in 10 new affordable homes lost to building safety costs according to research by the NHF.

20 October 2021

Update

NHF response to the Heat and Buildings Strategy

We welcome the commitment of the first part of the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund, the clear signal that heat pumps are likely to be the primary source of home heat and the commitment to bring down electricity prices.

19 October 2021

Press Release

Decarbonising housing associations’ homes to cost £36bn, according to National Housing Federation

While housing associations are already planning to invest £70bn in futureproofing their homes, our new estimates demonstrate that full decarbonisation by 2050 will cost an additional £36bn.

19 October 2021

Update

Housing associations to be made exempt from Residential Property Developer Tax

Following our consultation response and conversations with HM Treasury, updated draft legislation for the Residential Property Developer Tax now includes an exemption for all non-profit groups, including for profit-subsidiaries and joint ventures.

15 October 2021

Blog

Black History Month interview with Cym D’Souza, Chief Executive of Arawak Walton Housing Association

In this BHM interview, we catch up with Cym D’Souza, Chief Executive of Arawak Walton Housing Association and Chair of BMENational.

Cym D'Souza, 15 October 2021

Blog

Taking a robust approach to board data

Rose Klemperer, Senior Associate at Penningtons Manches Cooper explains the importance of the social housing sector taking a robust approach to board data to improve governance and better decision making.

Rose Klemperer, 14 October 2021

Blog

Building trust with residents and the importance of transparency

Ramesh Malhan, Head of Customer Voice at Black Country Housing Group, reflects on how they've strengthened their approach to engaging with residents, and how to achieve trust and transparency.

Ramesh Malhan, 12 October 2021

Update

We need your response to our latest survey on Universal Credit and income collection

With the end of furlough and the cut to Universal Credit, we are collecting key measures around claimant numbers and income collection, including amount of rent arrears and arrears as a percentage of rent due.

07 October 2021

Blog

Dispatches from the 2021 party conferences

Kate Henderson reflects on political meetings, party conferences, and the role the sector can play in levelling up, sustainability and achieving net zero.

Kate Henderson, 07 October 2021

Blog

Could your organisation be doing more to end homelessness?

In September, the Kerslake Commission published their report 'A new way of working: ending rough sleeping together'. Ahead of World Homelessness Day, and in response to the report's findings, Vicki McDonald explores what more housing associations could do to prevent homelessness.

Vicki McDonald, 06 October 2021

Blog

Let’s insulate our homes – and our country – from future energy crises

While social housing residents face a perfect storm this winter with the cut to Universal Credit and rocketing energy bills, climate action could help protect them against future energy crises.

Rory Hughes, 06 October 2021

Blog

Black History Month 2021 interview with Gina Amoh, Chief Executive of Inquilab Housing Association

For Black History Month 2021 we’re shining the spotlight on leading Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) figures in social housing. In this interview, we catch up with Gina Amoh, Chief Executive of Inquilab Housing Association.

Gina Amoh, 04 October 2021

Blog

Celebrating Black History Month 2021

The NHF is celebrating Black History Month 2021 by amplifying the voices and stories of Black colleagues from across the sector and within our own organisation.

Kate Henderson, 01 October 2021

Update

EDI data tool submission deadline extended to 8 October

We have extended the deadline for members to submit their equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) data tool by Friday 8 October.

23 September 2021

Blog

What does the reshuffle mean for housing associations?

Our Public Affairs team take a look at what the new reshuffle could mean for social housing.

Sarauniya Shehu, 23 September 2021

Update

The Regulator of Social Housing has published its learnings from the latest Consumer Regulation Review

The Consumer Regulation Review sets out the Regulator of Social Housing's approach to consumer regulation and the key lessons learned.

23 September 2021

Blog

Discussing contents insurance with new residents – Sovereign’s story

Sarah Randall, Insurance Officer at Sovereign shares her tips on engaging residents to consider insuring their possessions.

Sarah Randall, 23 September 2021

Response

Our response to the Kerslake Commission on Rough Sleeping final report

Read our response to the final report from the Commission.

23 September 2021

Update

New consultation on extension of compulsory vaccinations

The aim of this consultation from the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is to seek views on whether or not the government should extend compulsory vaccinations to other health and care settings.

22 September 2021

Blog

No Place Left Behind: the role housing associations can play in levelling up

Paul Fiddaman, Chief Executive of Karbon Homes, shares his thoughts on the launch of the ‘No Place Left Behind’ commission report.

Paul Fiddaman, 21 September 2021

Update

NHF signs joint letter calling for long-term support funding for Housing First

Along with charities Homeless Link, Crisis and St Mungo’s, the NHF have written to MHCLG asking for an extension to Housing First pilots.

15 September 2021

Blog

The UK housing crisis: could the Church have a key role in its resolution?

A Church of England report concludes that the current housing crisis in the UK is neither accidental or inevitable, and that we all must show a willingness to share the costs if resolving this crisis together.

Kerri Farnsworth , 09 September 2021

Update

Compulsory coronavirus vaccinations for care home staff

All staff directly employed by the care home or employed through an agency, as well as all volunteers, will need to be fully vaccinated with both doses of the vaccine by 11 November.

08 September 2021

Update

Apply for Wave 1 of the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund

The Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund is open for applications until 15 October 2021.

07 September 2021

Blog

Are you ready for Gas Safety Week 2021?

Sarah Hill, Engagement and Alliances Marketing Manager at Gas Safe Register explains the importance of Gas Safety Week 2021 and how you can get involved.

Sarah Hill, 25 August 2021

Update

2021 Sector Scorecard to include specific supported housing measures

For the first time the Sector Scorecard includes some measures specifically for supported and social housing providers.

25 August 2021

Update

Better Care Fund policy framework published

The Better Care Fund, one of the government’s national vehicles for driving health and social care integration, has published its latest framework.

25 August 2021

Press Release

England’s leaky homes are a greater threat to climate than all of its cars

Our new research shows that England’s 25m homes produce 58.5m tonnes of CO2 every year – the equivalent of the average annual use of 28m cars.

25 August 2021

Blog

Preparing for the future of work

James Massey, Strategy Director at MRI Software, highlights some key takeaways from their recent event on the future of work and tech solutions for housing associations.

James Massey, 24 August 2021

Blog

How retrofitting homes can reduce both residents’ energy bills and carbon emissions

The work at Platform are doing is a great example of the contribution housing associations can make to meeting the government’s climate change objectives.

Kate Henderson, 20 August 2021

Blog

How can housing associations’ role as anchor institutions help prevent homelessness?

Neil Munslow, Housing Services Manager at Newcastle City Council, explains the key role that social landlords can play in preventing homelessness.

Neil Munslow, 18 August 2021

Update

Domestic Abuse Act statutory guidance: share your views

Share your views with the Home Office on their consultation into the Domestic Abuse Act statutory guidance.

18 August 2021

Press Release

NHF releases ethnicity pay gap data for the first time

The National Housing Federation (NHF) has for the first time released data on our ethnicity pay gap, as part of a drive to improve Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) across the organisation.

12 August 2021

Blog

Help us build a national picture of diversity in social housing by completing our EDI data tool

Olive Jones, Director of People at the National Housing Federation (NHF) reviews how member housing associations can help us build a national picture of diversity in social housing by completing our EDI data tool.

Olive Jones, 11 August 2021

Update

Simultaneous evacuation: updated guidance from the NFCC

The National Fire Chiefs Council has updated their guidance on simultaneous evacuation in high rise residential buildings, introducing key changes.

11 August 2021

Blog

Home Truths: what does housing in your local area really look like?

Find out more about how our updated tool can be used to highlight differences in house prices, rent and more, across the country.

Rob Cowley, 11 August 2021

Blog

Claiming Universal Credit during the pandemic: what more can housing associations do to help?

Justin Freeman, Director of Income Maximisation at ForHousing, explains the importance of involving tenants and hearing about their experiences with Universal Credit in order to make real positive change.

Justin Freeman, 10 August 2021

Update

Safety checks and maintenance work – masks and social distancing

MHCLG have highlighted guidance on mask wearing and social distancing for staff or engineers conducting gas safety checks and maintenance work following the easing of lockdown restrictions in July.

10 August 2021

Update

Anti-social behaviour: new guidance for social housing residents

MHCLG has published new guidance for social housing residents facing anti-social behaviour.

09 August 2021

Press Release

4 in 5 social tenants struggle to pay for essentials on Universal Credit

A recent NHF survey examining claimants' experiences of claiming Universal Credit during the pandemic shows that 4 in 5 social tenants struggle to pay for essentials, including food, on Universal Credit.

05 August 2021

Update

Options for homeless individuals needing to self-isolate

MHCLG have provided further advice on options for homeless individuals needing to self-isolate.

05 August 2021

Blog

How Greater Manchester Housing Providers are getting ready for a post-pandemic world

Yvonne Castle, Chief Executive of Johnnie Johnson Housing, explores why housing is at the heart of coronavirus recovery plans across Greater Manchester.

Yvonne Castle, 05 August 2021

Update

New research on adapting allocations policies in response to the coronavirus crisis

We surveyed housing associations on changes to their allocations approach during the pandemic

28 July 2021

Update

Government consultation on proposed changes to the Energy Company Obligation

The government is currently consulting on the structure of the forthcoming Energy Company Obligation scheme and the NHF will be responding on behalf of the sector.

28 July 2021

Update

Summary of current self-isolation guidance for staff

We’ve summarised the latest information for fully vaccinated health and social care staff and critical workers, including how to contact MHCLG if you think your staff are eligible for exemptions.

28 July 2021

Update

All-Party Parliamentary Group on Ending Homelessness report into Housing First rollout

The APPG on Ending Homelessness has launched a report on its inquiry into what is needed to scale up Housing First nationally.

28 July 2021

Update

Kerslake Commission on Homelessness and Rough sleeping - interim report published

This report from the Commision - of which the NHF is a part - includes examples of savings brought about by homelessness prevention.

27 July 2021

Blog

Is your organisation meeting the required financial services regulations?

Phil Elvy, Executive Director of Finance at Great Places Housing Group, explains why it is important for housing association staff who provide advice to residents on debt or household budgeting to be registered with the Financial Conduct Authority.

Phil Elvy, 20 July 2021

Update

Financial Reporting Council’s Periodic Review of FRS102 and potential change to lease accounting

The Financial Reporting Council is changing accounting rules, impacting the reporting of leases, including tenancies and shared ownership leases.

16 July 2021

Blog

Environmental, Social and Governance reporting – our experiences of early adoption

Chief Financial Officer of Optivo, Sarah Smith, reflects on some of the challenges they've faced in producing their first Environmental, Social and Governance report.

Sarah Smith, 14 July 2021

Blog

How boards can take the lead on risk and assurance

Author of our new book on risk and assurance, Kelsey Walker, explains the importance for board members to go beyond their traditional financial risk management.

Kelsey Walker, 13 July 2021

Update

Building Safety Bill: initial NHF response

The Building Safety Bill, published on Monday 5 July, sets out the legislation for the new building safety regulatory regime to ensure the safety of people and their homes. Read our initial response and next steps.

06 July 2021

Blog

How are rural housing associations making a long-term commitment to their communities?

Today marks the start of Rural Housing Week, our annual campaign that celebrates the vital work that housing associations do in rural areas.

Kate Henderson, 05 July 2021

Blog

Three months into the decarbonisation project - what have we learned?

An update on the National Housing Federation's decarbonisation work.

Rory Hughes, 01 July 2021

Statement

The NHF’s response to the ITV News housing investigation

24 June 2021

Update

Briefing and consultation on NHF Renters’ Reform strategy for supported housing and temporary accommodation

We are seeking feedback from our members on our Renters' Reform strategy.

24 June 2021

Blog

Why we must all do more to support LGBTQ+ colleagues and customers this Pride month

Steven McIntyre, Chief Executive of Stonewall Housing, reflects on steps we can all take to be more inclusive this Pride month.

Steven McIntyre, 16 June 2021

Blog

Four years on from the tragic fire at Grenfell Tower: we must have a regulatory system that’s fit for purpose

Kate Henderson reflects on our continued work with government to shape the new regulatory system to ensure the safety of people in their homes.

Kate Henderson, 11 June 2021

Update

Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA) – upcoming regional meetings

DAHA will be holding their regional meetings during June and July.

03 June 2021

News & blogs

Government proposals on audit reform

Creating safe spaces for the young and homeless in the LGBTQ+ community

The critical shortage of housing is stopping councils acting earlier to prevent homelessness

Are you ready for Rural Housing Week 2022?

Why we stand with refugees this Refugee Week

What does the Renters' Reform Bill mean for supported housing?

Our response to the Renters’ Reform White Paper

Celebrating 50 years of Pride at Stonewall Housing

Honouring the Windrush generation for their contributions to Britain

This Refugee Week we can all play our part and help those arriving in our communities to heal

National Housing Federation appoints new chair, Maggie Galliers CBE

Celebrating Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month

How supported housing helped me get back on my feet

The energy crisis and communal heating systems – feedback required

Carers Week 2022 - coming out from behind the scenes

Start preparing for Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund: Wave 2

Prime Minister announces plans for housing association Right to Buy

Right to Buy - our response

Social Housing Regulation Bill published

Ending the need for food banks

Independent panel on quality in housing association homes

Independent panel set up to tackle poor-quality homes

The Social Housing Regulation Bill - our response

How to be a trans ally?

Cost of living support announced

DWP guidance on deductions from benefits

Top tips on how to become a Disability Confident employer

What did we learn from Climate and Sustainability in Housing 2022?

Commencement of the Fire Safety Act 2021

Clarifying consent for the Commitment to Refer

The Queen's speech 2022: our response

Phase two of the No Homeless Veterans campaign launched

NHF response to the Infrastructure Levy under the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill

Home Group’s hospital discharge and mental health services

Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms mandatory from October 2022

NHF response to the Queen's Speech

Building Safety Act

Social housing residents must not pay the price of the energy crisis

Government advice on help available for tackling anti-social behaviour

The Housing Ombudsman’s call for evidence on noise complaints

Changing culture and leadership with Together with Tenants

Temporary pause on energy usage deductions from benefits

Why the NHF Code of Conduct still matters

Statement on Right to Buy

New money guidance from Money and Pensions Service

Household Support Fund launched

Completing the move to Universal Credit

Government grants available for electric vehicle chargepoints

This Earth Day, we examine the latest developments in climate policy and what it means for social housing

What speaking to recently homeless families made me realise about allocating homes

New government mental health and wellbeing plan – give your views

Supported oversight housing pilots - DLUHC final evaluation

Update on government negotiations with developers

New Disabled Facilities Grant guidance

UK Covid-19 Inquiry

Update on Gazprom and contracts with Russian-owned suppliers

Latest announcements regarding retrofit funding, decarbonisation and the ongoing energy crisis (April 2022)

What’s next for Together with Tenants?

Review of Decent Homes Standard accelerated

Becoming a Disability Confident housing association

Our response to the government’s announcement on social housing regulation

Joint letter to the Secretary of State (BEIS) about the decarbonisation of homes

The energy crisis: how it’s affecting residents and housing associations

New measures on building safety remediation costs

Homes for Ukraine scheme and supporting the effort to house refugees

The NHF joins the sector in calls to help young victims of sexual assault access housing

Spring Statement 2022: our response

Social housing allocations survey from Crisis and CaCHE

NICE guide on integrated health and social care for people experiencing homelessness

DLUHC announce intention to introduce new package of oversight for supported housing

Why autonomy and control are key to solving the staffing crisis

Celebrating women in social housing

Recruitment and retention – how do we address the staffing crisis in the care and support sector?

Funding to strengthen local partnerships to prevent and end rough sleeping

Exploring the link between supported housing and improved health and wellbeing

Decarbonisation and lending – housing roundtable

Committee report stresses impact of building safety costs on the delivery of affordable homes

NHF response to committee report on building safety remediation and funding

Our recent work on non-commissioned exempt accommodation