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A response from Southern Housing.
December 2, 2025 at 7:29 AM
A response from Southern Housing.
Southern Housing’s shared ownership video mocking sceptical residents shows how far the disconnect has gone. The Ombudsman is slow, the regulator has lost its bite, but residents are speaking out for themselves.
housingsector.co.uk/blog/the-truth-is-out-there-here-there-and-everywhere
housingsector.co.uk/blog/the-truth-is-out-there-here-there-and-everywhere
The truth is out there, here, there and everywhere — Housing Sector
This investigation exposes how UK housing associations rely on tenant satisfaction measures, curated panels and PR narratives while residents face unsafe, unaffordable and often unsellable homes. It c...
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December 1, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Southern Housing’s shared ownership video mocking sceptical residents shows how far the disconnect has gone. The Ombudsman is slow, the regulator has lost its bite, but residents are speaking out for themselves.
housingsector.co.uk/blog/the-truth-is-out-there-here-there-and-everywhere
housingsector.co.uk/blog/the-truth-is-out-there-here-there-and-everywhere
Southern Housing has released a video mocking people who are sceptical of shared ownership. Given their own track record, it’s a staggering decision.
#SouthernHousing #SharedOwnership #HousingSector #TenantVoice #ResidentVoice #SocialHousing #HousingCrisis #Accountability
#SouthernHousing #SharedOwnership #HousingSector #TenantVoice #ResidentVoice #SocialHousing #HousingCrisis #Accountability
November 30, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Southern Housing has released a video mocking people who are sceptical of shared ownership. Given their own track record, it’s a staggering decision.
#SouthernHousing #SharedOwnership #HousingSector #TenantVoice #ResidentVoice #SocialHousing #HousingCrisis #Accountability
#SouthernHousing #SharedOwnership #HousingSector #TenantVoice #ResidentVoice #SocialHousing #HousingCrisis #Accountability
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Interesting clash between a MP and one of the regulators within industry at a Parliamentary Select Committee.
@dailymail.co.uk @theguardian.com @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social @skynewsrss.bsky.social #regulation.
@dailymail.co.uk @theguardian.com @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social @skynewsrss.bsky.social #regulation.
November 28, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Interesting clash between a MP and one of the regulators within industry at a Parliamentary Select Committee.
@dailymail.co.uk @theguardian.com @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social @skynewsrss.bsky.social #regulation.
@dailymail.co.uk @theguardian.com @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social @skynewsrss.bsky.social #regulation.
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@thetimes.com Sunday snapshot comments about recent #budget.
Reeves was furious that the OBR had been sidelined in the mini-budget process. "The chancellor refuses to allow independent economic forecasts to be published," she fumed. The result was "a budget without figures, a menu without prices"
Reeves was furious that the OBR had been sidelined in the mini-budget process. "The chancellor refuses to allow independent economic forecasts to be published," she fumed. The result was "a budget without figures, a menu without prices"
November 30, 2025 at 8:02 AM
@thetimes.com Sunday snapshot comments about recent #budget.
Reeves was furious that the OBR had been sidelined in the mini-budget process. "The chancellor refuses to allow independent economic forecasts to be published," she fumed. The result was "a budget without figures, a menu without prices"
Reeves was furious that the OBR had been sidelined in the mini-budget process. "The chancellor refuses to allow independent economic forecasts to be published," she fumed. The result was "a budget without figures, a menu without prices"
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@skynewsrss.bsky.social well done in the coverage of the #HongKong tragic fire 💚🇭🇰.
@skynewsrss.bsky.social well done in the coverage of the #HongKong tragic fire 💚🇭🇰.
Hong Kong government warned of fire concerns over a year ago, Sky News learns
Sky's Helen-Ann Smith explains why Hong Kong residents are looking to the government for answers.
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November 30, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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@skynewsrss.bsky.social well done in the coverage of the #HongKong tragic fire 💚🇭🇰.
@skynewsrss.bsky.social well done in the coverage of the #HongKong tragic fire 💚🇭🇰.
#GreenSquareAccord is recruiting residents to its Board to “give customers a voice.”
I’ve spent years providing evidence on governance, safety and service failures — the issues they claim to prioritise.
This is an open invitation to discuss the role. They have my email on file, albeit blocked.
I’ve spent years providing evidence on governance, safety and service failures — the issues they claim to prioritise.
This is an open invitation to discuss the role. They have my email on file, albeit blocked.
November 28, 2025 at 7:05 AM
#GreenSquareAccord is recruiting residents to its Board to “give customers a voice.”
I’ve spent years providing evidence on governance, safety and service failures — the issues they claim to prioritise.
This is an open invitation to discuss the role. They have my email on file, albeit blocked.
I’ve spent years providing evidence on governance, safety and service failures — the issues they claim to prioritise.
This is an open invitation to discuss the role. They have my email on file, albeit blocked.
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SHAC Article - Eight Ways That Landlords Subvert Disability Law
shaction.org/2025/11/17/e...
Carl shows how landlords adopt policies which downgrade the rights of disabled people and other groups. But the Equality Act 2010 is clear - landlords cannot choose whether or not to comply.
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Carl shows how landlords adopt policies which downgrade the rights of disabled people and other groups. But the Equality Act 2010 is clear - landlords cannot choose whether or not to comply.
Social Housing Action CampaignEight Ways That Landlords Subvert Disability Law
By Carl Davis Social landlords increasingly use ‘vulnerability’ as the organising principle of their support frameworks. It sounds caring, progressive, human-centred. But in the topsy-t…
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November 17, 2025 at 1:55 PM
SHAC Article - Eight Ways That Landlords Subvert Disability Law
shaction.org/2025/11/17/e...
Carl shows how landlords adopt policies which downgrade the rights of disabled people and other groups. But the Equality Act 2010 is clear - landlords cannot choose whether or not to comply.
shaction.org/2025/11/17/e...
Carl shows how landlords adopt policies which downgrade the rights of disabled people and other groups. But the Equality Act 2010 is clear - landlords cannot choose whether or not to comply.
Shared owners — have your say. The government wants to know if “affordable home ownership” is truly affordable. This is your chance to tell MPs what works and what doesn’t.
Closes 29 Nov 2025:
t.co/HfZUYbVjUf
Closes 29 Nov 2025:
t.co/HfZUYbVjUf
https://forms.office.com/e/kA1tD0R1Me
t.co
November 17, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Shared owners — have your say. The government wants to know if “affordable home ownership” is truly affordable. This is your chance to tell MPs what works and what doesn’t.
Closes 29 Nov 2025:
t.co/HfZUYbVjUf
Closes 29 Nov 2025:
t.co/HfZUYbVjUf
Housing Sector Podcast #59 – Shared Ownership: what works, what doesn’t?
I talk with Sue Phillips from @ResourcesShared about the government’s inquiry into whether affordable home ownership is really affordable.
youtu.be/gg79D70msaQ
#HousingSectorPodcast #SharedOwnership
I talk with Sue Phillips from @ResourcesShared about the government’s inquiry into whether affordable home ownership is really affordable.
youtu.be/gg79D70msaQ
#HousingSectorPodcast #SharedOwnership
Housing Sector Podcast #59 – Shared Ownership: what works, what doesn’t?
YouTube video by Housing Sector
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November 17, 2025 at 7:14 AM
Housing Sector Podcast #59 – Shared Ownership: what works, what doesn’t?
I talk with Sue Phillips from @ResourcesShared about the government’s inquiry into whether affordable home ownership is really affordable.
youtu.be/gg79D70msaQ
#HousingSectorPodcast #SharedOwnership
I talk with Sue Phillips from @ResourcesShared about the government’s inquiry into whether affordable home ownership is really affordable.
youtu.be/gg79D70msaQ
#HousingSectorPodcast #SharedOwnership
How much will this end up costing residents?
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#GreenSquareAccord #ServiceCharges #SocialHousing #ResidentVoice #Accountability #HousingRepairs #OxfordHousing #WithholdingPayments #HousingSector #ResidentRights
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#GreenSquareAccord #ServiceCharges #SocialHousing #ResidentVoice #Accountability #HousingRepairs #OxfordHousing #WithholdingPayments #HousingSector #ResidentRights
GreenSquareAccord: Raining on the Hallways (Again) – Part Two, An Update
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November 16, 2025 at 12:40 PM
How much will this end up costing residents?
youtube.com/shorts/32MkZ...
#GreenSquareAccord #ServiceCharges #SocialHousing #ResidentVoice #Accountability #HousingRepairs #OxfordHousing #WithholdingPayments #HousingSector #ResidentRights
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#GreenSquareAccord #ServiceCharges #SocialHousing #ResidentVoice #Accountability #HousingRepairs #OxfordHousing #WithholdingPayments #HousingSector #ResidentRights
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SHAC Article
Antisocial behaviour can drive people to desperate measures when landlords persistently fail to deal with it, backing them into a corner.
shaction.org/2025/11/12/f...
See also shaction.org/asb/
Antisocial behaviour can drive people to desperate measures when landlords persistently fail to deal with it, backing them into a corner.
shaction.org/2025/11/12/f...
See also shaction.org/asb/
Social Housing Action CampaignFear and Subletting in Social Housing
By Deborah I was convicted in December 2025 for subletting my social housing – something that is commonplace and legal only after tenants have written permission from their landlord, which I …
shaction.org
November 12, 2025 at 3:03 PM
SHAC Article
Antisocial behaviour can drive people to desperate measures when landlords persistently fail to deal with it, backing them into a corner.
shaction.org/2025/11/12/f...
See also shaction.org/asb/
Antisocial behaviour can drive people to desperate measures when landlords persistently fail to deal with it, backing them into a corner.
shaction.org/2025/11/12/f...
See also shaction.org/asb/
Tough at the Top?
A look at why failing leadership in social housing keeps repeating — and why residents are the ones left carrying the cost. Accountability can’t be optional when homes are unsafe and trust is broken.
www.housingsector.co.uk/blog/tough-at-the-top
#HousingSector #Leadership
A look at why failing leadership in social housing keeps repeating — and why residents are the ones left carrying the cost. Accountability can’t be optional when homes are unsafe and trust is broken.
www.housingsector.co.uk/blog/tough-at-the-top
#HousingSector #Leadership
Tough at the Top? — Housing Sector
Tough at the Top explores the revolving door of housing leadership — from Ruth Cooke to Victor da Cunha — and asks why failing CEOs keep being recycled while residents face unsafe homes, rising costs,...
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November 13, 2025 at 7:11 AM
Tough at the Top?
A look at why failing leadership in social housing keeps repeating — and why residents are the ones left carrying the cost. Accountability can’t be optional when homes are unsafe and trust is broken.
www.housingsector.co.uk/blog/tough-at-the-top
#HousingSector #Leadership
A look at why failing leadership in social housing keeps repeating — and why residents are the ones left carrying the cost. Accountability can’t be optional when homes are unsafe and trust is broken.
www.housingsector.co.uk/blog/tough-at-the-top
#HousingSector #Leadership
Thanks to everyone who’s shared feedback on the Housing Sector Dictionary — built to help residents cut through jargon, now used by housing professionals too.
www.housingsector.co.uk/housing-sect...
Got a phrase or slogan we’ve missed? Send it my way for the next update.
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Got a phrase or slogan we’ve missed? Send it my way for the next update.
Housing Sector Dictionary — Housing Sector
The Housing Sector Dictionary is a plain-English guide to 50+ common housing terms, acronyms, and regulations. From Section 20 and service charges to governance grades, the Housing Ombudsman, and retr...
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November 10, 2025 at 6:59 AM
Thanks to everyone who’s shared feedback on the Housing Sector Dictionary — built to help residents cut through jargon, now used by housing professionals too.
www.housingsector.co.uk/housing-sect...
Got a phrase or slogan we’ve missed? Send it my way for the next update.
www.housingsector.co.uk/housing-sect...
Got a phrase or slogan we’ve missed? Send it my way for the next update.
In a sector too often led by finance, it’s refreshing to hear from someone who leads with heart.
Housing Sector Podcast #58 – Compassionate Leadership in Housing with Tanya Scott, Head of Specialist Housing at @accenthousing.bsky.social.
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#HousingSector
Housing Sector Podcast #58 – Compassionate Leadership in Housing with Tanya Scott, Head of Specialist Housing at @accenthousing.bsky.social.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdYJ...
#HousingSector
Housing Sector Podcast #58 – Compassionate Leadership in Housing
YouTube video by Housing Sector
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November 10, 2025 at 6:48 AM
In a sector too often led by finance, it’s refreshing to hear from someone who leads with heart.
Housing Sector Podcast #58 – Compassionate Leadership in Housing with Tanya Scott, Head of Specialist Housing at @accenthousing.bsky.social.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdYJ...
#HousingSector
Housing Sector Podcast #58 – Compassionate Leadership in Housing with Tanya Scott, Head of Specialist Housing at @accenthousing.bsky.social.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdYJ...
#HousingSector
Almost 2,000 views — and rising.
The Regulator’s verdict on #GreenSquareAccord has clearly hit a nerve. From the messages I’ve had, many agree but don’t feel safe saying it publicly — which says everything about the culture.
#RuthCooke
www.greensquareaccordresidents.co.uk/the-regulato...
The Regulator’s verdict on #GreenSquareAccord has clearly hit a nerve. From the messages I’ve had, many agree but don’t feel safe saying it publicly — which says everything about the culture.
#RuthCooke
www.greensquareaccordresidents.co.uk/the-regulato...
November 6, 2025 at 8:49 AM
Almost 2,000 views — and rising.
The Regulator’s verdict on #GreenSquareAccord has clearly hit a nerve. From the messages I’ve had, many agree but don’t feel safe saying it publicly — which says everything about the culture.
#RuthCooke
www.greensquareaccordresidents.co.uk/the-regulato...
The Regulator’s verdict on #GreenSquareAccord has clearly hit a nerve. From the messages I’ve had, many agree but don’t feel safe saying it publicly — which says everything about the culture.
#RuthCooke
www.greensquareaccordresidents.co.uk/the-regulato...
#GreenSquareAccord are holding a “resident surgery”:
You shouldn't need a booked slot to meet your housing officer — you should know them.
Most residents are at work. If everyone turned up, they couldn’t see them anyway.
This isn’t engagement. It’s PR to tick a box.
You shouldn't need a booked slot to meet your housing officer — you should know them.
Most residents are at work. If everyone turned up, they couldn’t see them anyway.
This isn’t engagement. It’s PR to tick a box.
November 5, 2025 at 7:48 AM
#GreenSquareAccord are holding a “resident surgery”:
You shouldn't need a booked slot to meet your housing officer — you should know them.
Most residents are at work. If everyone turned up, they couldn’t see them anyway.
This isn’t engagement. It’s PR to tick a box.
You shouldn't need a booked slot to meet your housing officer — you should know them.
Most residents are at work. If everyone turned up, they couldn’t see them anyway.
This isn’t engagement. It’s PR to tick a box.
Awaab’s Law says residents can take legal action over damp and mould.
But when a mum like Hollie Monks ends up in hospital and is still told her home is “safe”, it shows the problem:
A right you can’t afford to use isn’t protection — it’s theatre.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
But when a mum like Hollie Monks ends up in hospital and is still told her home is “safe”, it shows the problem:
A right you can’t afford to use isn’t protection — it’s theatre.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Asthmatic mum 'made ill' by damp told to return home - BBC News
Hollie Monks was hospitalised by an asthma attack, but her housing association says her home is safe.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 5, 2025 at 7:35 AM
Awaab’s Law says residents can take legal action over damp and mould.
But when a mum like Hollie Monks ends up in hospital and is still told her home is “safe”, it shows the problem:
A right you can’t afford to use isn’t protection — it’s theatre.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
But when a mum like Hollie Monks ends up in hospital and is still told her home is “safe”, it shows the problem:
A right you can’t afford to use isn’t protection — it’s theatre.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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If you want to understand how we got here, watch my interview with Ben on the @housingsector.bsky.social podcast youtu.be/NnnOReSA34w?...
The Housing Sector Podcast #42 – Greedy, Stupid, Incompetent, or All of the Above
YouTube video by Housing Sector
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November 4, 2025 at 9:44 AM
If you want to understand how we got here, watch my interview with Ben on the @housingsector.bsky.social podcast youtu.be/NnnOReSA34w?...
The Regulator has spoken. Residents have been saying it for years. #GreenSquareAccord downgraded again.
How many more excuses — and when does leadership change? #RuthCooke
www.greensquareaccordresidents.co.uk/the-regulato...
How many more excuses — and when does leadership change? #RuthCooke
www.greensquareaccordresidents.co.uk/the-regulato...
The Regulator’s Verdict on GreenSquareAccord — GreenSquareAccord Residents
GreenSquareAccord faces mounting pressure after a damning regulatory judgement exposed years of governance failures, unsafe housing, and worsening services. With resident complaints at record levels a...
www.greensquareaccordresidents.co.uk
November 3, 2025 at 5:51 PM
The Regulator has spoken. Residents have been saying it for years. #GreenSquareAccord downgraded again.
How many more excuses — and when does leadership change? #RuthCooke
www.greensquareaccordresidents.co.uk/the-regulato...
How many more excuses — and when does leadership change? #RuthCooke
www.greensquareaccordresidents.co.uk/the-regulato...
'For emergency hazards, an investigation and the work to fix the problem must take place within 24 hours of the landlord becoming aware of the issue.
If they don't - tenants can take legal action.'
Tenants shouldn't have to take legal action.
#AwaabsLaw
If they don't - tenants can take legal action.'
Tenants shouldn't have to take legal action.
#AwaabsLaw
October 27, 2025 at 11:39 AM
'For emergency hazards, an investigation and the work to fix the problem must take place within 24 hours of the landlord becoming aware of the issue.
If they don't - tenants can take legal action.'
Tenants shouldn't have to take legal action.
#AwaabsLaw
If they don't - tenants can take legal action.'
Tenants shouldn't have to take legal action.
#AwaabsLaw
Housing Sector Podcast #57 Evacuation - When Homes Are Declared Unsafe with Matt Hodges-Long.
Across the UK, more residents are being told to leave their homes at short notice as buildings fail safety tests.
youtu.be/hmi509oyK3M
#HousingSectorPodcast #HousingSector
Across the UK, more residents are being told to leave their homes at short notice as buildings fail safety tests.
youtu.be/hmi509oyK3M
#HousingSectorPodcast #HousingSector
Housing Sector Podcast #57 Evacuations - When Homes Are Declared Unsafe
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October 27, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Housing Sector Podcast #57 Evacuation - When Homes Are Declared Unsafe with Matt Hodges-Long.
Across the UK, more residents are being told to leave their homes at short notice as buildings fail safety tests.
youtu.be/hmi509oyK3M
#HousingSectorPodcast #HousingSector
Across the UK, more residents are being told to leave their homes at short notice as buildings fail safety tests.
youtu.be/hmi509oyK3M
#HousingSectorPodcast #HousingSector
Govt admits it’ll never meet its affordable housing target — and now wants to “incentivise” developers to dig.
But were developers really holding fire for more incentives? Or is it skills, red tape, or just profit margins?
news.sky.com/story/govt-f...
But were developers really holding fire for more incentives? Or is it skills, red tape, or just profit margins?
news.sky.com/story/govt-f...
Govt forced to water down affordable housing targets as London property market 'in crisis', minister says
Sky News spoke to Housing Secretary Steve Reed and Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan, who blamed the Conservatives for having to lower their targets.
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October 24, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Govt admits it’ll never meet its affordable housing target — and now wants to “incentivise” developers to dig.
But were developers really holding fire for more incentives? Or is it skills, red tape, or just profit margins?
news.sky.com/story/govt-f...
But were developers really holding fire for more incentives? Or is it skills, red tape, or just profit margins?
news.sky.com/story/govt-f...
12,000 followers.
Not all here to agree — some just to see what’s said next. But people are watching the housing sector.
This isn’t about popularity.
It’s about visibility.
Accountability.
Truth.
Thanks to everyone who’s engaged, shared, or challenged.
#HousingSector
Not all here to agree — some just to see what’s said next. But people are watching the housing sector.
This isn’t about popularity.
It’s about visibility.
Accountability.
Truth.
Thanks to everyone who’s engaged, shared, or challenged.
#HousingSector
October 23, 2025 at 12:34 PM
12,000 followers.
Not all here to agree — some just to see what’s said next. But people are watching the housing sector.
This isn’t about popularity.
It’s about visibility.
Accountability.
Truth.
Thanks to everyone who’s engaged, shared, or challenged.
#HousingSector
Not all here to agree — some just to see what’s said next. But people are watching the housing sector.
This isn’t about popularity.
It’s about visibility.
Accountability.
Truth.
Thanks to everyone who’s engaged, shared, or challenged.
#HousingSector