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Kate Davies CBE FRICS joins the Board of digital repair firm EVO

19 May 2025

Former Notting Hill Genesis CEO, Kate Davies, joins the mission to revolutionise repairs and maintenance through digital technology and innovation.

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Social Housing UK: Families Locked Out of Affordable Homes for Generations

03 March 2025

Social housing is meant to provide safety, security and stability for those who need it most. But right now, waiting lists are so overstretched that hundreds of thousands of families are being left in limbo, with some facing waits longer than a lifetime.

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The UK Housing Crisis: Causes, Impact, and Solutions

28 February 2025

This article explores what has caused the UK housing crisis, what impact it is having and what is being done about it.

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How Long Do Landlords Have to Fix Problems in the UK?

29 January 2025

Speed matters when it comes to repairs on rented properties. But for busy landlords managing hundreds or even thousands of properties, it can be hard to prioritise repairs. In this article we explore how long landlords have to fix these problems. 

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Renters Rights Bill: How Are Labour’s Plans For Private Rented Housing Different?

07 October 2024

The Renters Rights Bill will reform the private rented housing sector. In this article, we look at how it differs from the Renters Reform Bill. 

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How To Set Up A Housing Association Repairs And Maintenance Policy

14 June 2024

It’s important to effectively manage the repairs and maintenance of your rental properties. We explain how you can create a policy that will benefit both you and your tenants.

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What Is The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act?

20 May 2024

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill aims to strike a fairer balance between the rights of freeholders and leaseholders. This article summarises the bill, along with its legislative progress.

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Case Study: EVO and B&D Reside

13 May 2024

Michael Westbrook, managing director at B&D Reside, explains the importance of a digital repairs and maintenance approach. Inside Housing then looks at how a pilot in Barking and Dagenham with B&D Reside and tech business EVO improved response times and transparency

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Awaab’s Law: How Social Housing Providers Can Comply

03 October 2025

This article covers everything you need to know about Awaab’s Law. We explain what it is, when it could be introduced and how housing providers can comply.

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How Many Warnings Before Eviction UK: A Guide to the Eviction Process for Landlords and Housing Associations

22 August 2025

The number of warnings before an eviction is not legally defined. Sometimes landlords don’t need to give any warning. This guide explains the UK eviction process step-by-step.

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Housing Association Garden Rules: How to Work with Residents for Better Gardens

18 April 2024

This article explains the rules surrounding garden maintenance in socially rented properties.

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Why Is the Light on My Boiler Flashing? A Social Housing Resident’s Guide to Boilers

15 April 2024

Social housing landlords can give this guide to residents to help them look after their boiler

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