Why we must fight tooth and claw against social housing sell-off
Dawn Foster
Social housing must plan for a radically different future
David Orr
July 2015
What is the government’s five-year vision for social housing?
After the right to buy and cuts to rental income take effect, social housing will be a far smaller player in the housing market
December 2014
Who actually supports the idea of privatising social housing?
Tony Stacey
This is no example of the north/south divide – I can’t find a single voice in support of the effective privatisation of social housing, says Tony Stacey
September 2014
Many buyers don’t like the idea of a new home – here’s why they should
New builds get a bad rap, but we’ve moved on from the small expensive boxes with paper thin walls constructed in the 80s
August 2014
What would a yes vote in the Scottish referendum mean for social housing?
The repossessions timebomb: how to help homeowners at risk of default
July 2014
Live Q&A
'Social housing should not be more expensive than affordable housing'
Live Q&A
Who is affordable housing for? – live discussion
June 2014
Will universal credit really create discerning tenants?
Hopes for a new generation of responsible renters will be undone by the risk of rising arrears, says Elizabeth Austerberry
February 2014
UK floods: Britain doesn't need yet another overhaul of planning rules
There is plenty of guidance that prevents foolish development in flood plains. We just need to start implementing it, writes Trudi Elliott
A better private rented sector can weed out rogue landlords for good
It's the fastest growing area of the market, but rented homes are dominated by amateur landlords. It's time for that to change
London could be the blueprint for truly accessible housing for disabled people
Shared ownership: why is it not working for first-time buyers?
UN report on the UK housing crisis is a wake-up call for us all
January 2014
Britain's homes in race against time with climate change
Britain's housing will not be fit for purpose if it fails to adapt to climate change. Bring on floating homes and green roofs, says Colin Wiles
Social housing's future must banish the ghosts of Christmas past
2013 was a year when the housing sector became haunted by the long-assumed banished totems of Victorian society, writes Kevin Gulliver
The minefield that confronts empty homes officers
Caroline Lucas: Mortgage lenders' rules and owners' attitudes are among the many barriers to refurbishing empty properties
December 2013
Old age is changing – and housing associations must adapt too
Many people continue to live active lives well into retirement and their housing options should reflect this, says Lord Best
November 2013
Editor's blog
Housing innovation funds can provide creative spark in a stagnant sector
Hannah Fearn
A funding pot to encourage new ideas from new people could make a difference for Britain, but only if we learn lessons from abroad, says Hannah Fearn
