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HQN - MEMBERS' SERVICES - Network briefings
Network briefings
Universal Credit � service charges 16 May 2013
Right to Buy: Back in fashion? 9 May 2013
Housing and mental health needs 2 May 2013
Universal Credit 25 April 2013
Housing demand and supply: are we building enough homes? 11 April 2013
Supporting customers of temporary and supported accommodation through welfare reform 4 April 2013
Welfare benefits: the reform timeline 28 March 2013
Keep up with welfare reform using HQN�s guide to the major changes from April 2013
The impact of welfare reform on tenants and providers of supported and temporary housing 28 March 2013
The private rented sector: how effectively is it regulated? 21 March 2013
Youth justice: the systems in Scotland, England and Wales 14 March 2013
Left hand, right hand: housing regulation cultures in England and Scotland 7 March 2013
Transparency and freedom of information for housing associations 28 February 2013
HBnews - February 2013 edition 21 February 2013
The 2011 Census and the social housing sector 7 February 2013
Welfare reform and housing: the HQN survey 31 January 2013
Options for dealing with hard-to-let properties 24 January 2013
A housing practitioner�s guide to the draft Anti-social Behaviour Bill 17 January 2013
The Housing Benefit size criteria restrictions for working age claimants in the social rented sector 10 January 2013
The benefit cap 13 December 2012
The Chancellor's Autumn Statement 6 December 2012
Network briefing by Ruth Selo and Alistair McIntosh
Summary: housing law update 28 November 2012
Housing law update 28 November 2012
Cashback: an update on the DIY repairs scheme for tenants 22 November 2012
HBnews - November 2012 edition 15 November 2012
Affordable rents � for strategic housing authorities and all social landlords 8 November 2012
Regeneration and housing: ways forward in difficult times 25 October 2012
Community safety engagement update 18 October 2012
Housing Benefit changes: the impact on landlords 11 October 2012
Montague Review: Barriers to institutional investment in the private rented sector 5 October 2012
Does it all add up? Official data on housing services in the New Era 27 September 2012
Community Safety Delivery Update 20 September 2012
Housing policy changes and reshuffle 13 September 2012
Homelessness - Making every contact count 6 September 2012
The Right to Transfer, the Right to Manage and the Right to Buy 30 August 2012
Commissioning for social value: what the Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012 means in practice 23 August 2012
Scottish Social Housing Charter indicators 16 August 2012
So what does the regulator require, and when? 9 August 2012
From umpires to line judges � the role of tenants in keeping landlords to the rules 2 August 2012
Pay to stay 26 July 2012
Publicising the HB changes and Welfare Reform 19 July 2012
Service delivery in the new era: what next for ALMOs and local authority companies? 12 July 2012
Substance Dependency and Recovery 5 July 2012
Mobility in social housing � a briefing for strategic housing authorities and all social landlords 28 June 2012
Best Companies: how satisfied staff help drive performance 21 June 2012
The Bribery Act 2010 � its impact on housing organisations 14 June 2012
ASB update 14 June 2012
Regulating the standards: How the Social Housing Regulator will regulate in practice 7 June 2012
Allocation of housing: meeting the demands of the Localism Act and the new Code of Guidance 24 May 2012
Network briefing by Suzanne McBride
Fixed term tenancies - issues for English landlords 17 May 2012
Regulation under the new regime for England: an HQN survey 10 May 2012
The Welfare Reform Act - are you ready? 10 May 2012
HBnews - May 2012 edition 4 May 2012
What should we be learning from Ombudsman reports? 27 April 2012
All change! An evaluation of the new frameworks for regulating social housing in England and Scotland 19 April 2012
Focusing on early intervention of families 5 April 2012
The comprehensive guide to the Welfare Reform Act 2012 29 March 2012
Housing and the Budget 22 March 2012
Development for registered providers - some current issues 15 March 2012
Tenancy fraud: should it be a criminal offence? 8 March 2012
Welfare reform 2 March 2012
HQN summary paper by Sue Beasor
Social tenants and landlords: the Coalition's approach 1 March 2012
Women on boards 16 February 2012
Women on boards report - February 2011
Literacy � guidelines for social housing providers 9 February 2012
Resident involvement in social housing in the UK and Europe: blog 3 February 2012
This short and sharp blog provides an overview of our research into resident involvement in social housing
Resident involvement in social housing in the UK and Europe: research and good practice 1 February 2012
Click here for information on how HQN can support you to help residents shape and drive your business
Housing inspection: the next steps 26 January 2012
The return of Right to Buy 19 January 2012
Council self-financing and stock transfer: the housing association perspective 12 January 2012
Riots, gangs and violence and the role of housing providers 6 January 2012
Scottish housing issues update 22 December 2011
Prioritising homelessness in 2012: time to look at the Scottish approach? 22 December 2011
Self-financing for councils: update on stock issues 9 December 2011
Autumn Statement 6 December 2011
Complaints handling in Scotland 1 December 2011
Laying the Foundations: A Housing Strategy for England 24 November 2011
An overview of the Localism Act 2011 22 November 2011
Neighbourhood planning 18 November 2011
Recent developments in equality and diversity 28 October 2011
Serious detriment in landlord and community services 20 October 2011
Network briefing by Tim Horsley, Mike Jones and John Wheeldon
Eviction powers for anti-social behaviour - the government�s consultation 13 October 2011
The new Scottish homelessness framework: progress towards priority for all by 2012 7 October 2011
Serious detriment - resident involvement, governance and financial viability 28 September 2011
Network briefing by John Wheeldon and Charlie Hughes
Your questions answered - asset management and procurement 21 September 2011
Network briefing by Mike Jones
Implementing social housing reform; consultation on the government's proposals to change the TSA standards 16 September 2011
Serious detriment: diversity 7 September 2011
HQN Accredit: case studies � Helena Partnerships, Greenfields Community Housing and Family Mosaic 1 September 2011
Annual reports � let�s get it right 17 August 2011
Network briefing by Damian Roche
VfM and serious detriment 9 August 2011
Democratic filter or bureaucratic blockage? The proposed changes to the complaints system 2 August 2011
A new era for the public sector: the Open Public Services White Paper 28 July 2011
The new regulatory regime: tenant scrutiny and serious detriment 15 July 2011
The affordable rents system: how many homes, at what cost? 12 July 2011
RSL regulation plans in Scotland � a review 28 June 2011
Managing ASB: focusing on active communities 21 June 2011
Fully charged? 14 June 2011
Tenant Cashback: a DIY repairs scheme for tenants 2 June 2011
A new Scotland? 26 May 2011
Self-financing council housing made simple 24 May 2011
Housing Benefit and welfare reform: impact of the proposed changes on black and minority ethnic communities 3 May 2011
Paper by the Race Equality Foundation and commissioned in association with The Housing Quality Network
The government's tenure reform proposals 26 April 2011
Planning reform and housing supply 19 April 2011
Tenant scrutiny - your questions answered 12 April 2011
Complimentary NeighbourhoodNet briefing
The end of Housing Market Renewal 5 April 2011
Budget 2011 28 March 2011
Pinnock, Powell and proportionality: what's the fuss about? 22 March 2011
The New Homes Bonus and planning for housing 15 March 2011
Social networking for social housing - an introduction 10 March 2011
Network briefing by Louise Vaughan
The Welfare Reform Bill 2011 8 March 2011
East Kent Housing - a shared housing solution? 8 March 2011
Network briefing by Chris Dallison
Excellence in housing - the way ahead after the Spending Review and Localism Bill 4 March 2011
Welfare reform and social housing 28 February 2011
Network briefing by Hal Pawson
Analysis of 2009/10 TSA performance indicators for housing associations in England 22 February 2011
Network briefing by Clive Hall
Shared services: a solution to cuts without consequences? 8 February 2011
The Health and Social Care Bill 2011: implications for housing 7 February 2011
The last lap: latest announcements around Housing Revenue Account (HRA) reform 3 February 2011
Your questions answered - governance (part 2) 2 February 2011
ASB: Focusing on complainant, witness and victim support 25 January 2011
The Scottish Social Housing Charter - analysis of consultation reports, comments and blogs identifies key themes and tenant priorities 25 January 2011
Rural affordable housing and the Community Right to Build 21 January 2011
Are balances the answer to councils' cash shortages? 20 January 2011
Analysis of English local authority housing management performance 2009/10 18 January 2011
Welfare reform and housing 14 January 2011
A more risky world 12 January 2011
Briefing - Localism and the Big Society agenda: the role for social landlords? 4 January 2011
Your questions answered - governance (part 1) 29 December 2010
Your questions answered - finance 17 December 2010
Briefing - Fair and flexible: HQN guidance on carrying out Equality Impact Assessments of allocations policies and procedures 14 December 2010
Briefing - The Localism Bill 2010/11 14 December 2010
The implications for housing and communities
Local enterprise partnerships and the Regional Growth Fund 10 December 2010
Process mapping for performance improvement 7 December 2010
Universal credit 3 December 2010
Information-sharing: being proactive and prudent 30 November 2010
How the â��procurocrats' have hijacked the simple process of buying somethingâ�¦ and what you can do to address it 26 November 2010
Network briefing by Wayne Hughes
The coalition government and ASB: beyond the rhetoric 24 November 2010
Local decisions: a fairer future for social housing 23 November 2010
Department for Communities and Local Government's business plan 23 November 2010
It's not an easy option, but it's worthwhile - go ahead, enjoy the challenges and rewards it brings 16 November 2010
Network briefing by Ann Trentham
HBnews - Autumn 2010 edition 9 November 2010
Spending Review 2010: where next for housing? 5 November 2010
Involving more residents, more effectively - participatory budgeting 4 November 2010
Network briefing by Carole Gradwell and Phil Teece
Comprehensive Spending Review: 80% market rents and new build 28 October 2010
Your questions answered - Housing Benefit 28 October 2010
Reviewing expenditure in a climate of austerity - the questions you need to ask before making significant budget decisions 26 October 2010
HRA reform - update following the Comprehensive Spending Review 25 October 2010
Spending Review 2010 - what it means for housing 22 October 2010
Review of social housing regulation - initial reaction from HQN 20 October 2010
Network briefing by Alistair McIntosh
Working together to tackle youth unemployment 20 October 2010
Your questions answered - allocations and lettings 12 October 2010
Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) 7 October 2010
Business planning in a challenging environment 5 October 2010
Implementation of tenant service charges by local authorities 1 October 2010
The financial horizon for housing associations 22 September 2010
Making Housing Affordable: A new vision for housing policy - a review of the recent Policy Exchange paper 20 September 2010
HQN briefing by Robin Tebbutt
Practical partnership working - a guide for housing organisations 14 September 2010
Top tips for the annual report for tenants 10 September 2010
HQN guidance note
21st Century Welfare 7 September 2010
Network briefing by Charlie Hughes in association with the Centre for Economic and Social Inclusion
What inspectors say about prospects for improvement 2 September 2010
What inspectors say about prospects for improvement 31 August 2010
What inspectors say about access and customer care 26 August 2010
HB news 24 August 2010
By Sue Beasor, with contributions from Tony Newman, RIEN Lead Associate
The NHS White Paper: opportunities and insight for the housing sector 19 August 2010
What inspectors say about asset management and major works 18 August 2010
HQN Your questions answered - health and safety - cold water storage systems 12 August 2010
Network briefing by Steve Mount
Why sexual orientation is important for social housing providers 5 August 2010
HQN Your questions answered - income management 3 August 2010
Network briefing by Tony Newman
Contractor insolvency: a survival guide 30 July 2010
Complimentary TEAMnet briefing by Emma Wiltshire
Key issues from short notice inspections - resident involvement 22 July 2010
What inspectors say about diversity 20 July 2010
The impact of spending cuts on housing - update 15 July 2010
Key issues from short notice inspections - void repairs 13 July 2010
Fresh thinking, new ideas 7 July 2010
Is an increase in accident reports a bad thing? 6 July 2010
Complimentary SAFETYnet briefing by Morag Brown
Incorporating equality and diversity into procurement 1 July 2010
Data protection for frontline staff - quick legal guidance on eight topics 29 June 2010
Network briefing by David Hall
Tackling homelessness - assessing the needs of 16- and 17-year-olds 25 June 2010
The emergency budget 25 June 2010
Top tips for annual reports and communicating with tenants 16 June 2010
Going local - landlords and tenants working together to raise standards 16 June 2010
TSA report written by HQN
The impact of spending cuts on housing 10 June 2010
New government - new rules: the hitchhiker's guide to the coalition's housing policies 7 June 2010
Rent restructuring policy 28 May 2010
Positive practice 28 May 2010
Identified at inspection by the Audit Commission
Providing care and health services: recent changes to regulation and what housing providers need to know 28 May 2010
Housing Benefit/Council Tax Benefit national indicator handbook for councils 2009/10 28 May 2010
By Sue Beasor, HQN Associate
Customer profiling - how would you do yours? 28 May 2010
Network case study by Ceris Jones and Rob Allen, Wulvern Housing Association
Generic customer profiling questionnaire
active4age version, customer profiling questionnaire, for those older and vulnerable customers
HQN equality and diversity briefings - The implications of the Equality Act 13 May 2010
The future development of ALMOs 4 May 2010
Network briefing by Gwyneth Taylor
Total Place - where next? 27 April 2010
Setting out their stalls: the 2010 party manifestos 21 April 2010
Flexible tenures 13 April 2010
The TSA's neighbourhood and community standard 8 April 2010
Housing associations and the recession 1 April 2010
An offer you can't refuse? Further analysis 1 April 2010
hf:expert briefing on self financing HRA Prospectus 26 March 2010
The role of the third sector in delivering and improving public services 25 March 2010
Network briefing by Charlie Hughes, in association with HACT
Repossession update 23 March 2010
Regime change: the TSA's finalised regulatory framework 22 March 2010
The Social Housing Equality Framework 16 March 2010
Network briefing by Joanna Jeffrey and Richard Seager
Tackling disability harassment 11 March 2010
Support for All: the Families and Relationships Green Paper 9 March 2010
Analysis of 2008/09 Scottish local authority housing management performance 26 February 2010
By Hal Pawson and published by SHBVN
Decent Homes - the National Audit Office verdict 25 February 2010
Analysis of English local authority housing management performance 2008/09 19 February 2010
Performance continues to improve but management costs are rising and tenant satisfaction levels are stalled
Creating more sustainable rural communities 16 February 2010
The DWP's Housing Benefit consultation: Supporting people into work: the next stage of Housing Benefit reform 11 February 2010
Attendance at work 9 February 2010
Alistair McIntosh's response to TSA regulation proposals 4 February 2010
Streamlined consultation and clarity of strategic vision required
The TSA's proposed governance standard 3 February 2010
Analysis of 2008/09 TSA performance indicators for housing associations in England 1 February 2010
The TSA's equality and diversity requirements 1 February 2010
Squaring circles - state of the nation 2009-2010 (Scotland) 29 January 2010
Violence against women and girls 28 January 2010
Positive practice 2009 25 January 2010
The TSA's proposed value for money standard 21 January 2010
Meeting the accommodation needs of Gypsies and Travellers - a round-up of recent policy and other developments 19 January 2010
Briefing by Wendy Murphy
Short notice inspections - the first nine months - part two 13 January 2010
Positive practice 7 January 2010
Short notice inspections - the first nine months 5 January 2010
Audit services 29 December 2009
Network briefing by HQN's Financial Director, Steve Wood (ACA)
Tackling unlawful subletting and other tenancy fraud 22 December 2009
State of the Nation 2009: A reality check 15 December 2009
Tackling social exclusion and inequality in housing 11 December 2009
Complimentary SEN briefing by Sarah Hopkins
Positive practice 8 December 2009
What does excellence look like? Value for money 3 December 2009
Low cost home ownership and shared ownership 1 December 2009
Topping the charts: a look at best companies schemes 26 November 2009
Adding meaning to 'reasonable to continue to occupy' 24 November 2009
Positive practice information 19 November 2009
Regulating social housing: the TSA's proposals 16 November 2009
Using data and information to improve decision-making and performance 13 November 2009
Joint Network and SEN briefing by Tim Brown and Lesley Healey
Personalisation and individual budgets: challenge or opportunity? 10 November 2009
Network briefing by Helena Taylor Knox
Housing associations - financial challenges and prospects 9 November 2009
Network briefing paper by Paul Reeves
What does excellence look like? Asset management and major works 3 November 2009
Repossession and mortgage rescue 27 October 2009
Community Land Trusts and affordable housing 22 October 2009
Network briefing by Vanessa Morton
What does excellence look like? Allocations and lettings 20 October 2009
Network briefing by John Wheeldon looking at the attributes of excellent three-star organisations inspected by the Audit Commission in 2007 and 2008. This briefing covers allocations and lettings
Making the most of information resources 15 October 2009
Network briefing paper by Margaret Gibson looks at how organisations can be far more effective in their use of intelligence to inform decision-making and to support strong governance and leadership
Cross-domain regulation 8 October 2009
Network briefing by Kate Murray looks at how the government proposes LAs should be regulated by the TSA
Managing housing registers in England 6 October 2009
Network briefing by Tim Brown and Wendy Murphy
Choice-based lettings (CBL): where next? 1 October 2009
Network briefing by Tim Brown and Wendy Murphy focuses on what 'fair and flexible' means for CBL systems
Home Improvement Agencies - the future 25 September 2009
Complimentary SEN briefing by Lynn Collingbourne
Social housing fraud 22 September 2009
Network briefing by Chris Bowen examines the cost and extent of social housing fraud via the illegal sub-letting of homes owned by local authorities and housing associations
Trends in Scottish Housing Regulator inspections 16 September 2009
Network briefing by Anna Evans which provides an overview of the Scottish Housing Regulator's publication Social Landlords in Scotland: shaping up for improvement
What does excellence look like? Access and customer care 15 September 2009
Network briefing by John Wheeldon looking at the attributes of excellent three-star organisations inspected by the Audit Commission in 2007 and 2008
The reform of council housing finance 11 September 2009
HQN's response to CLG's consultation paper. We are also running an event (13 October) to help you shape your own responses to the consultation - click on the green 'full listing' link in the events and training column on this page for further information
Positive practice information 9 September 2009
HQN response to the Tenant Services Authority (TSA) consultation papers on governance and viability 9 September 2009
Our questions and suggestions are intended to make the proposed standards work well
Analysis of 2007/08 Housing Corporation performance indicators for housing associations in England 4 September 2009
Network briefing by Clive Hall which compares the median scores for a group of performance indicators (PIs) collected by the Housing Corporation (HC) for 2007/08. It divides the results by class of association and, where possible, compares the results to those of earlier years
The strategic approach to housing - consultation on a new Key Line of Enquiry 1 September 2009
Network briefing paper by Gill Leng, Executive Director highlights the changes in the approach and focus proposed by the Audit Commission and other changes HQN feels are significant for local authorities and their partners
Housing Market Renewal: programme review 2008/09 27 August 2009
Network briefing paper by Jenny Mayne draws out the key points from the review and suggests where there are lessons for others engaged in neighbourhood and area renewal
HQN annual conference 25 August 2009
Network briefing by Kate Murray details each of the presentations at this year's HQN annual conference
What does excellence look like? Gas servicing 18 August 2009
Network briefing by John Wheeldon looking at the attributes of excellent three-star organisations inspected by the Audit Commission in 2007 and 2008. This briefing covers gas servicing
Fair and flexible - draft statutory guidance on social housing allocations for local authorities in England, issued 31 July 2009 13 August 2009
Complimentary SEN briefing by Wendy Murphy, summarises the guidance, highlighting changes in emphasis and recommendations from government for action and presents HQN's response to the guidance based on considerable and recent work with a number of local authorities and their partners to review and redesign their allocations policies
The future of private renting (Scotland) 12 August 2009
Network briefing by Anna Evans concentrates on the review of the private rented sector, volume one, key findings document, drawing out the critical findings, conclusions and policy implications
Positive practice information 4 August 2009
Rationalisation of housing stock: which way forward in the new era? 28 July 2009
Network briefing by Charlie Hughes offers some thoughts on how a range of significant changes in the operating environment - from the creation of the Tenant Services Authority to the economic downturn - might affect the rationalisation agenda
The private rented sector: the purpose and impact of recent consultations for housing professionals 23 July 2009
Network briefing by Kirsten Firth outlines the proposals put forward, identifies issues for housing professionals and will also assist you to respond to each of the consultations
Positive practice information 21 July 2009
Efficiency in development and regeneration 16 July 2009
Network briefing paper by Clare Harrigan sets out an overview of progression and delivery of development and regeneration, but in the context of economic pressures and specifically highlights key areas where efficiency gains can be made
Risks of infection at work 14 July 2009
Complimentary SAFETYnet briefing, by Morag Brown, which covers a very topical issue, taking a look at 'risks from infections' giving you some things to think about, along with links for you to find more information if you require
Managing empty properties in the social sector 9 July 2009
Network briefing paper by Chris Bowen sets out the problem of empty properties in the social housing sector, the potential they offer to increase the supply of affordable housing and the impact that vacant stock has on landlords and neighbourhoods
The Tenant Services Authority: the National Conversation - phase one findings 7 July 2009
Network briefing by Charlie Hughes sets out the key findings and how phase two of the conversation will be conducted
Financial briefing note: Ministerial announcement on the outcome of the Review of Council Housing Finance 3 July 2009
Network briefing by Steve Partridge covering the announcement on 30 June by the Housing Minister John Healey
HQN briefing on the Equality Bill and the Equality Framework for Local Government 30 June 2009
Network briefing by Joanna Jeffery and Richard Seager sets out the main points of the bill with relevance to social landlords, such as the new public duty to promote equality for all the six diversity strands as well as a new duty to take account of the need to tackle socio-economic disadvantage in strategic planning
Positive practice information 25 June 2009
Efficiency in housing income management 23 June 2009
Network briefing paper by Tony Newman which forms part of a series of HQN briefings on efficiency in social housing
Decent Homes - the next steps? 18 June 2009
Network briefing by Sheila Camp looks at the aims of the report; 'Towards a successor standard to Decent Homes', the key areas for a new standard, areas to be excluded/tackled locally and the next steps
What does excellence look like? Resident involvement 16 June 2009
Network briefing by John Wheeldon looking at the attributes of excellent three-star organisations inspected by the Audit Commission in 2007 and 2008. This briefing covers resident involvement
Draft Housing (Scotland) Bill: a commentary 11 June 2009
Network briefing by Dave Alexander on the draft Scottish Housing Bill which is the subject of current consultation. The briefing looks at the proposals in detail, and offers a commentary on the consultation questions posed by the Government
Living Working Countryside: The Government Response to The Taylor Review of Rural Economy and Affordable Housing 11 June 2009
Network briefing paper by Vanessa Morton analyses the government's recent response to the findings of the Taylor Review of Rural Economy and Affordable Housing, Living Working Countryside, published last July
State of the nation: homelessness 10 June 2009
Network briefing by Sheila Spencer which provides organisations with a round-up of the key issues for local authorities and housing providers when planning how best to prevent and respond to homelessness
Elected member summary
Domestic abuse and older adults: what should housing providers be doing? 3 June 2009
Complimentary ACEnet briefing by Helena Taylor Knox on the difficult subject of domestic abuse
Tolerated trespass - moving on 28 May 2009
Network briefing by Tim Horsley which explains the legislation in more detail and provides practical tips to help social landlords to comply with the legislation
Tolerated trespass - the end 26 May 2009
Two Statutory Instruments have now been passed in Parliament that finally brought an end to tolerated trespass on Wednesday 20 May 2009. Network briefing by Tim Horsley clarifies and explains the legislation
Co-regulation: What does the TSA really mean? 19 May 2009
Network briefing by Kate Murray finds out from Peter Marsh, Roy Irwin, and chief executives
The Scottish Government's agenda for funding new affordable housing: the Affordable Housing Investment Reform Project 13 May 2009
Network briefing by HQN Associate Anna Evans, summarises the presentations at HQN's recent conference which explored the Scottish Government's agenda for affordable housing
Supporting or evicting - the best way to manage arrears in the current economic climate 6 May 2009
Network briefing by Sheila Stubbins looks at the potential effects of the current economic climate on social housing arrears
Positive practice information 5 May 2009
Efficiency in asset management 28 April 2009
Network briefing by Rob McNaughton looks at how organisations can achieve efficiency when dealing with existing housing stock
Guidance for short notice inspections 28 April 2009
Network briefing by HQN associate, Ellis Blackmore, which includes ideas for the development of outcome-focussed self-assessment, and invites feedback on good practice which can be shared with other organisations
Draft amending HRA Subsidy Determination relating to administration of rent reduction 20 April 2009
Complimentary hf:expert technical briefing by Hilary Vaughan following the latest clarification from CLG which came out the day before the Easter break
Demonstrating sustainability of housing organisations 14 April 2009
Network briefing by Richard Lupo describes the benefit of demonstrating sustainability for a social housing provider
Overcoming poverty and its links to place 8 April 2009
Network briefing paper, by Chris Bowen, explains the background to poverty and social mobility and how various factors influence people's ability to achieve their full potential in life
Development prospects 7 April 2009
Summary of a presentation provided by Anna Evans on housing development prospects given at HQN's Scottish spring 2009 conference
Workforce development plan 31 March 2009
Network briefing by Bill Fullen and Jennifer Aston looks in detail at the fundamental issues, which are key to the development of successful workforce planning
Analysis of 2007/08 Scottish local authority housing management performance 27 March 2009
The latest briefing on performance indicator analysis by Hal Pawson and published by SHBVN
Using Family Intervention Tenancies 24 March 2009
Network briefing by Tim Horsley gives a brief background to how FIPs work and their impact (a full briefing on vulnerability will follow), what FITs are and how they work
The â��new' Local Area Agreements (LAAs) and housing 3 March 2009
Network briefing by Charlie Hughes gives an overview of what is meant to be different about this round of LAAs, some strengths and weaknesses of the new form and how housing issues seem to have fared
Fuel poverty 24 February 2009
Network briefing by Maria Wardrobe explores the issues surrounding fuel poverty
Analysis of English local authority housing management performance 2007/08 19 February 2009
The latest briefing in our annual series of performance indicator analyses by Hal Pawson
Building new council housing: CLG consultation paper: changes to the revenue and capital rules for new council housing 17 February 2009
Briefing by Hilary Vaughan and Steve Partridge
Positive practice information 10 February 2009
Social housing, the financial crisis and government housing initiatives 3 February 2009
Network briefing paper by Colin Armstrong considers the impact the crisis has had on social housing providers in England and the implications of interventions made by the UK government in response to the crisis
Crunch time for councils? 30 January 2009
Network briefing by Sheila Camp summarises the Audit Commission's report
Welfare reform summary 29 January 2009
Network briefing by Andy Selman is a summary of the government's White Paper on welfare reform
Welfare reform 27 January 2009
Network briefing by Jamie Ewing examines the ideas set out in the Green Paper on welfare reform published last year
Towards zero carbon housing 22 January 2009
Network briefing paper by Ann Bodkin covers the need for change, the policies and step changes which government has brought in through legislation, with examples of new build schemes and improvements to existing housing stock to reduce carbon emissions
Positive practice information 20 January 2009
Positive practice information 16 January 2009
The harder test - the Audit Commission's fresh approach to benefits inspection 13 January 2009
Network briefing by Jeannie Swales is based on a presentation at HQN's Your benefit service - the harder test event by Tim Savill, Benefit Policy Lead at the Audit Commission
Getting ahead of the game, preparing for inspection - what do you need to do? A guide for Housing Benefit staff 13 January 2009
Network briefing by Jeannie Swales covers all elements of Housing Benefit Inspections, including; Understanding what the Audit Commission are looking for, self assessment and generally on how to prepare for a Housing Benefit Inspection
â��Investing in Affordable Housing': a commentary 9 January 2009
Network briefing by Dave Alexander which includes the latest government thinking on the subject, and outlines the main issues likely to arise during the consultation period
Premises Closure Orders and Social Landlords 8 January 2009
Network briefing by Tim Horsley looks in detail at the next stage in the government's use of tools and powers to manage anti social behaviour (ASB) and increase public confidence
Gypsies and Traveller accommodation - an update 6 January 2009
Network briefing by Vanessa Morton, provides an update on the developing frameworks around Gypsy and Traveller accommodation, looks at recent analysis of progress on the ground and highlights the excellent practical toolkits and guidance now available to assist local authorities and housing organisations
Sustainable maintenance in existing homes 2 January 2009
Network briefing by Richard Lupo explains not only how to maintain the existing stock but how to take the opportunity, during maintenance activities, to improve the environmental performance
Reform of the Scottish fuel poverty policy 2 January 2009
Network briefing note by Colin Armstrong looks at the background to this reform, summarises the key measures being introduced and considers the wider implications
Citizens of Equal Worth: putting tenants at the heart of government 30 December 2008
Network briefing by Nigel Long summarises the now publicised recommendations of the NTV project group
Positive practice information 23 December 2008
The government's new rough sleeping strategy: No One Left Out - a new goal to end rough sleeping 22 December 2008
Network briefing by Sheila Spencer looks at what's new in this strategy, what is planned and the role of local authorities and their partners
Implementation of tenant service charges 18 December 2008
Network briefing by Tony Huff
How the social housing sector can help to tackle worklessness 16 December 2008
Network briefing paper by Sheila Spencer focuses on the work that has been done by housing associations, arm's-length management organisations (ALMOs), and local authorities, individually and in partnership with other housing organisations to tackle worklessness
Positive practice information 12 December 2008
Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPOs) 11 December 2008
Network briefing by Chris Bowen highlights the pros and cons of CPOs, summarises their legal basis and alerts HQN members to good practice in the use of CPOs
The Tenant Services Authority National Conversation - A joint briefing by HQN and the Northern Housing Consortium 11 December 2008
Network briefing by Charlie Hughes sets out what we know so far and explains why providers from all parts of the sector should get involved
State of the Nation 2008: a reality check 9 December 2008
Network briefing paper by Anna Evans, summarises all the main recent developments in Scotland
Queen's Speech 8 December 2008
Network briefing which summarises the speech and highlights implications for housing providers
Pre-Budget (PBR) report 5 December 2008
The Housing Quality Networks Pre-Budget (PBR) report, from 24 November 2008, which covers the implications for the housing sector
Responding to the Changing Economic Climate - Further Action on Housing 3 December 2008
Network briefing note by Colin Armstrong summarises Responding to the Changing Economic Climate - Further Action on Housing
Metropolitan Housing Partnership and sustainability 2 December 2008
This Network case study by Matthew Bush summarises what they have achieved so far and where they are heading
The regulatory and financial map of the affordable housing market 28 November 2008
Network briefing by Charlie Hughes looks at regulation and funding and also includes both public and private players as we are increasingly operating in a mixed economy
The Private Rented Sector - its contribution and potential (The Rugg Review) 25 November 2008
Network briefing by Kirsten Firth looks in detail at the Rugg review and examines the implications for Housing Quality Network members
Energy performance certificates: the new requirements 20 November 2008
Network briefing by Janis Bright which considers the new requirements and some of the issues arising from a pilot of EPCs carried out by social landlords last year
Tenant empowerment: turning fine words into best practice 19 November 2008
Network briefing by Nigel Long explores tenant empowerment, including tenant-led areas of good practice
Bringing private sector empty homes back into use 18 November 2008
Network briefing by Kirsten Firth, looks at how private sector empty homes can be brought back into use - including failed private rented properties, abandoned properties, and surplus buy-to-let flats
Partnering and open-book - till dispute do us part? 17 November 2008
TEAMnet briefing by Wayne Hughes and Rob McNaughton, made available here to Network members, explores the benefits and pitfalls of partnering
Housing and Regeneration Act 13 November 2008
Network briefing by Jamie Ewing explores the implications of the Act for the housing sector
Tolerated trespass - the end is nigh 11 November 2008
Network briefing by Tim Horsley rehearses the underlying issues, describes how TTs will be prevented and eliminated, and looks at the proposals for successor landlords put forward by the CLG in a recent consultation paper: Tolerated Trespassers: Successor Landlord Cases
Effective procurement/VfM/contract arrangements 4 November 2008
Network briefing by Rob McNaughton looks at joint procurement, whole life costing, partnering and other common issues
Disabled adaptations - the current agenda 30 October 2008
Complimentary SEN briefing by Vanessa Morton provides a detailed overview of the main policy agenda which is likely to frame the way in which adaptations are currently delivered and how they will be delivered in the future
Communities and Local Government (2008): Allocation of Accommodation: Code of Guidance for local housing authorities - choice-based lettings 28 October 2008
Network briefing note by Tim Brown summarises and comments on the Code of Guidance
Positive practice information 24 October 2008
Tackling the green agenda 21 October 2008
Network briefing by Richard Lupo outlines the main initiatives taken in the UK and what they mean for building practice with a particular reference to social housing providers
Analysis of 2006/07 Housing Corporation performance indicators for housing associations in England 16 October 2008
Network briefing by Clive Hall and Doug Edmonds, shows continuing improvements in void management and rent collection
Tackling fuel poverty 14 October 2008
Network briefing by Chris Bowen, explores amongst other things, the extent of fuel poverty, government targets and what a housing organisation can do to help reduce fuel poverty
Housing IT solutions 9 October 2008
Network briefing by Louise Russell sets out the work that needs to be undertaken in the planning and pre-procurement stages when considering the introduction of a new integrated housing management system
Developing common housing registers in Scotland 1 October 2008
This Network briefing paper by Colin Armstrong considers government policy and support for CHRs in Scotland, the progress that has been made to date in developing CHRs and some key best practice issues for CHR partners
Quality counts - A brief guide to quality standards and systems 30 September 2008
Network briefing by Cathy Jackson provides an overview of some of the key quality standards used by housing organisations, and whether anecdotal evidence would suggest that those organisations which have achieved externally assessed quality marks have improved their ratings in audit commission inspections
Housing Supply Task Force - one year on 24 September 2008
Network briefing paper by Colin Armstrong describes the progress the Task Force has made in its first year and considers the future direction of its activities
Positive practice information 23 September 2008
National Tenant Voice 22 September 2008
Network briefing by Sheila Adamson looks at how proposals for a National Tenant Voice are developing
The inspection of Housing and Council Tax Benefits (and a reference to the National Fraud Initiative) 18 September 2008
Network briefing by Ellis Blackmore looks at the inspection process, how LAs can prepare for inspection and the National Fraud Initiative
Short notice inspections (SNI) of housing associations 17 September 2008
Audit Commission Consultation - HQN response
Assisting leaseholders facing large bills for major works or improvements 16 September 2008
Network briefing by Jeff Platt looks at the historical context and the current position of leaseholders, including; payment options offered by landlords, sinking funds and any other options to consider
Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) and Tenant Services Authority (TSA) 11 September 2008
Network briefing by Charlie Hughes summarises the background to splitting up the Housing Corporation's functions of funding and regulation and reminds readers of the reasons and objectives behind this change
Ensuring a fair housing market for all - Latest housing market package 10 September 2008
Network briefing by Gwyneth Taylor, gives an overview of the latest housing market package, recently announced by CLG
St Basils starter homes initiative for young people 4 September 2008
Network briefing by Jean Templeton looks at the research, which aims to demonstrate how a new type of medium-term supported housing could help young people gain the stability they need
Housing association development in the aftermath of â��Firm Foundations' 4 September 2008
Network briefing by David Alexander brings readers up to date with this developing agenda
Housing Revenue Account subsidy review: can we learn from North Western Europe? 2 September 2008
Network briefing by Tim Brown looks at the role, nature and funding of the sector
Housing and planning: update on recent changes to the planning system 26 August 2008
Network briefing by Suzanne McBride looks at key changes to the planning system since 2004, offering a quick guide to the new system, and considering changes proposed in the Planning Bill (including the Community Infrastructure Levy) and other reviews
Designing the future - Lifetime Homes 21 August 2008
This complimentary ACEnet briefing for Network members by Lynn Watson of Habinteg Housing Association sets out the background to Lifetime Homes, describes the criteria in some detail and evaluates the success of the concept of Lifetime Homes since its development in the early 1990s
Positive practice information 19 August 2008
The Socially Excluded Adults Public Service Agreement 12 August 2008
Network briefing by Bill Hewlett explores how the government is taking action through the Socially Excluded Adults Public Service Agreement
New deal for communities: lessons learnt 29 July 2008
Network briefing by Sheila Spencer summarises the key messages coming from the evaluations so far, and draws some conclusions which may be of help to housing authorities and other housing agencies in developing their approach to tackling deprivation
Making better use of the private rented sector 25 July 2008
Network briefing by Chris Bowen explores how the PRS can provide a much greater role in meeting housing need and demand across the UK
West Kent Housing Association/West Kent Extra case study on â��worklessness' 22 July 2008
Complimentary SUNnet briefing for Network members by Eammon Dillon, West Kent Extra, where they are tackling worklessness and disengagement, primarily through volunteering and employment opportunities in community projects
London - a new Mayor. A new approach. A new strategy for housing? 17 July 2008
Network briefing by Genevieve Macklin explores the changes and new ideas being introduced by the new Mayor of London
Short notice inspections 15 July 2008
Network briefing and guidance by Ellis Blackmore explains what to do in detail and how to overcome typical obstacles picking out the relevant key points for Network members
Rewarding awards? 11 July 2008
Network briefing by Cathy Jackson provides a flavour of some of the key awards that are available
Learning the lessons from abroad 8 July 2008
Network briefing by Tim Brown explores the UK's track record of transferring policy ideas from other countries to Britain
The government response to Our Shared Future: recommendations on community cohesion for social housing providers 1 July 2008
Network briefing by Joanna Jeffery and Richard Seager highlights those parts of the government response that have particular significance for social housing providers
The joint Treasury/CLG review of council housing finance 26 June 2008
Network briefing by Chloe Fletcher summarises the review process and highlights the key issues that are emerging from the review for local authorities and ALMOs as well as housing associations
Positive practice information 24 June 2008
Preparing Britain for the future: The government's draft legislative agenda 2008/09 23 June 2008
Network briefing by Gwyneth Taylor which considers the Bills in the draft programme relevant to the social housing sector
Housing and Regeneration Bill update - The Social Housing Regulator 20 June 2008
Network briefing by Gwyneth Taylor explores the emerging implications of the Bill for the housing sector
Preparations for digital TV transmission in rented housing 17 June 2008
Network briefing by Mike Kelly, Arena Housing, is intended to give an outline of Arena Housing's experience, so far, in getting an extensive programme of work under way to convert communal TV aerials for digital reception
Tackling overcrowding 10 June 2008
Network briefing paper by Wendy Murphy examines the actions being taken by the five pilot London boroughs, and others, to tackle overcrowding
Reaching Out - working with ethnic communities in housing 9 June 2008
Complimentary SUNnet briefing for Network members on addressing the issues surrounding worklessness
The role of housing associations in Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnerships 3 June 2008
Network briefing by Tim Horsley looks at the roles now expected of HAs, the methods they can use to fulfil them, and what more a CDRP can offer than just a quarterly meeting of partners
Community Gateway briefing 27 May 2008
Case study briefing by Paul Roberts explores why this approach was taken, looks at their model, community empowerment and what the future holds for Preston's community gateway model
Credit crunch checklist 22 May 2008
The current economic climate is affecting all business sectors, including the housing sector. The checklist can be used to test key elements of your organisation, be it a housing association, ALMO or local authority
Positive practice information 20 May 2008
Three stars for equality and diversity: lessons from recent inspections 13 May 2008
Network briefing by Joanna Jeffery and Richard Seager highlighting good practice and areas of weakness identified in recent inspection reports
Choice-based lettings update: spring 2008 9 May 2008
Network briefing by Tim Brown gives a round up and an update on Choice Based Lettings progress and an insight into government policy
The longer-term outcomes associated with families who had worked with intensive family support projects 1 May 2008
Network briefing by Mark Connolly looks specifically at four aspects of the research, including; An overview of outcomes for families, families achieving partial success, the impact of interventions on children's wellbeing and the impact of IFSPs on communities
Positive practice information 30 April 2008
Lifetime Homes, Lifetime Neighbourhoods: A national strategy for housing in an ageing society 25 April 2008
Network briefing by Hazel Summers outlines the key elements and implications of the national strategy for housing in an ageing society
Positive practice information 22 April 2008
Financial inclusion 15 April 2008
Network briefing by Chloe Fletcher outlines good practice and explores the issues raised by financial inclusion
The Independent Living Strategy 8 April 2008
Network briefing by Joanna Jeffery and Richard Seager explores the Independent Living Strategy and its impact for service providers
Disabled Facilities Grant reform - the package of changes 3 April 2008
SEN briefing by Vanessa Morton highlights key issues and areas where action is needed to improve disabled people's ability to access independent living, and sustain it. It draws attention to the national agendas and direction of travel, and provides examples of different perspectives and good practice
Don't miss out, part 2 - supported and sheltered housing policy and practice 28 March 2008
Network briefing by Wendy Hayhurst focuses on two publications; Review of Sheltered Housing in Scotland and Supporting People: Costs and Benefits (final report)
Disabled Facilities Grant reform - the package of changes 27 March 2008
Equality and diversity - New guidance from the Housing Corporation 25 March 2008
Network briefing, by Joanna Jeffery and Richard Seager, describes the scope of the new guidance as well as its limitations
Positive practice information 5 March 2008
The Big Picture 26 February 2008
Network briefing by Chloe Fletcher highlights the main policy changes over the past year and outlines what it will mean for housing providers in the coming few years
Don't miss out, Part 1 - housing policy and practice 22 February 2008
Network briefing by Wendy Hayhurst focussing on three publications; an evaluation of LA antisocial neighbour noise nuisance services, the impact of local ASB strategies at the neighbourhood level and tensions between allocations policy and practice
HQN briefing series - ASB questions and answers 18 February 2008
Network briefing by Wendy Hayhurst and Natalie Pace provides responses to the most popular and topical questions posed by Housing Quality Network members during late 2007
Analysis of local authority housing management performance 2006/07 12 February 2008
HQN's annual analysis by Professor Hal Pawson of local authority performance shows costs stabilising while repairs and relets get faster and arrears reduce
Audit Commission consultation on proposed revisions for Key Lines of Enquiry 10 - Supporting People 4 February 2008
Network briefing by Lesley Healey summarises the main changes proposed for KLOE 10 and some of the themes that emerge in this latest review
The Mayor's Housing Strategy for London 29 January 2008
Network briefing by Sheila Camp which outlines the draft strategy as it stands January 2008
Recent housing management inspections: some data and observations 28 January 2008
In depth analysis of recent inspection reports by Clive Bayliss. What drives the results? Are the inspectors' consistent? How should I approach inspection in 2008?
Analysis of 2006/07 Scottish Local Authority Housing Management Performance Indicators 22 January 2008
Housing Quality Network report by Hal Pawson analyses performance across Scotland LA's key housing management functions at the national scale
Valuing people now 22 January 2008
Network briefing by Joanna Jeffery and Richard Seager sets out the main elements of the consultation document and highlights some of the key implications for social housing providers
Working in partnership with the private rented sector 15 January 2008
Network briefing by Claire McMullen explores how housing providers can successfully engage and work with the private rented sector
Positive practice information 8 January 2008
Overcoming worklessness 28 December 2007
Network briefing by Janis Bright explores the role that social housing can play in addressing worklessness within the sector
The use and impacts of ASBOs 19 December 2007
Network briefing by Hal Pawson summarises newly published research evidence on the use and impacts of ASBOs in England and Wales, as well as in Scotland
The Housing Revenue Account: 2008/09 Draft Housing Subsidy Determination 18 December 2007
HFExpert complimentary briefing by Simon Smith, summarises the major elements of the 2008/09 Draft Housing Subsidy Determination, issued 23 November 2007. Please note that some parts of the determination have been re-submitted since this briefing was issued
Private sector strategy: the government's housing agenda 10 December 2007
Network briefing by Vanessa Morton focuses on key points for housing organisations' work with the private sector
Housing and Regeneration Bill 6 December 2007
Network briefing by Gwyneth Taylor outlines the key provisions of the Bill together with the implications for social housing providers
Reducing numbers in temporary accommodation 3 December 2007
Network briefing by Chris Holmes explores the practical steps that can be taken to reduce the numbers in temporary accommodation
Tightrope or safety belt? Building board and council relationships at ALMOs and LSVTs 29 November 2007
Tightrope or safety belt? Building board and council relationships at ALMOs and LSVTs Network briefing by Debbie Ounsted examines why ALMO and LSVT boards alike have an interest in polishing their partnerships with their council for mutual benefit in the longer term
Consultation on the setting of guideline rents in Local Authority Housing Subsidy 29 November 2007
Hf:expert briefing
Crerar, Cave, Firm Foundations and their impact on the Scottish housing regulation 29 November 2007
Crerar, Cave, Firm Foundations and their impact on Scottish housing regulation Network briefing by Rob Hughes explores these in detail including the implications for housing providers
Positive practice information 19 November 2007
Firm Foundations: the future direction of housing policy in Scotland 16 November 2007
Firm Foundations: the future direction of housing policy in Scotland Network briefing paper by Dave Alexander explores the Firm Foundations discussion paper in detail
All you ever wanted to know about surveys 5 November 2007
Network briefing by John Wheeldon aims to update members on the options available and discusses the pros and cons of different approaches
Positive practice information 26 October 2007
Almos - renewing your management agreement 23 October 2007
Network briefing by Nick MacKenzie, Anthony Collins Solicitors, considers the process for renewing an ALMO's management agreement
Tolerated trespass - the beginning of the end? 15 October 2007
Network briefing paper by Tim Horsley takes an up to date look at Tolerated Trespassers including CLG's Tolerated Trespasser consultation paper
Housing finance and value for money headlines from the pre-budget report and CSR 12 October 2007
Complimentary hf:expert briefing by Dylan Chipp intended to highlight financial headlines and CLG's expectations of Local Government to deliver HM Treasury's 3% budget savings target
Communities Scotland and the Care Commission 12 October 2007
Network briefing by Janet Dickie and Marcia Ramsay explores, in detail, the roles, responsibilities, and how the two organisations work effectively together
Strategic housing - Green Paper response and housing headlines from the pre-budget report and CSR 10 October 2007
Complimentary SEN briefings by Gill Leng are intended to highlight the kind of areas where you may feel it appropriate to focus your responses and has been made under headings that will be more relevant to local authorities rather than Green Paper headings
Independence and opportunity - the national strategy for Supporting People 8 October 2007
Network briefing by Lesley Healey provides a summary of the key themes within the national strategy for the future of the supporting people programme
Neighbourhood charters - making them work for you 1 October 2007
Network briefing by Natalie Pace outlines how neighbourhood-based charters and agreements work, the different models that can be used, and gives a number of case studies to illustrate how they are developed, implemented and monitored
Social housing and child protection policies 24 September 2007
Network briefing by Jeannie Swales examines why West Kent decided to develop a child protection policy and how other organisations could do the same
Equality impact assessments 19 September 2007
Network briefing by Joanna Jeffery and Richard Seager examines the benefits of carrying out EIAs and offers practical guidance
Preventing tenancy breakdown, promoting tenancy sustainment 17 September 2007
Network briefing by Wendy Hayhurst, examines tenancy sustainment, looking at the possible causes of tenancy breakdown and suggesting some ways in which social landlords can overcome it
Positive practice information 12 September 2007
HQN Scottish newsletter 10 September 2007
Our September issue, with all the latest from HQN
Housing market assessments 10 September 2007
Network briefing by Stacey Sleeman offers an overview on how local authorities and regions can work together to identify sub-regional housing markets
New KLOEs for old? 5 September 2007
Network briefing by John Wheeldon outlines changes to the Audit Commission's Key Lines of Enquiry and offers tips on self- assessment
Positive practice information 3 September 2007
The Commission on Integration and Cohesion report: Our shared future 31 August 2007
Network briefing by Vanessa Morton outlines the report's themes and highlights the main recommendations on housing
Your questions answered: the Housing Corporation's new performance indicator suite 28 August 2007
Network briefing by John Wheeldon tackles common problems with definitions, validation, void periods, appointments and STATUS questions
Resident influence, choice and control 20 August 2007
Network briefing by Janis Bright sets out details of the Housing Corporation's latest strategy statement and the CLG consultation on the issue
Communities Scotland guide to inspection 17 August 2007
Network briefing by Wendy Hayhurst outlines important changes to the regime
Housing Green Paper: financial briefing for local authorities and providers 13 August 2007
Network briefing by Steve Partridge examines the financial implications of the Green Paper
Planning for a sustainable future 9 August 2007
Network briefing by Sheila Camp covers issues raised within the White Paper Planning for a sustainable future published 21 May 2007
Gypsies and Travellers: the housing agenda - an update 3 August 2007
Network briefing by Vanessa Morton seeks to provide an update on developments since the Networks earlier briefings and to clarify further, how and why housing organisations should be involved
The Law Commission's tenancy default scheme 30 July 2007
Network briefing by Tim Horsley will be of interest to social landlords seeking to enforce the terms of a lease but having a moral dilemma with the windfall effect of forfeiture and to housing advisers and those with a general interest in housing law seeking to keep up to date with potential changes
A quick summary of the new housing Green Paper 26 July 2007
Network summary by Andy Selman of the housing Green Paper published on 23 July
Regeneration and the Scottish Housing Quality Standard in mixed tenure estates 24 July 2007
Network briefing paper by Rob Hughes looks at achieving the SHQS and improvement of neighbourhoods and the difficulties facing landlords in regenerating areas where there is a variety of tenures, particularly owener occupiers
Let's call the whole thing off: is your responsive maintenance service as good as you think it is? 17 July 2007
Wayne Hughes explains why tenants and responsive repairs providers disagree about maintenance performance and what to do about it
Promoting disability equality - A briefing for housing associations 9 July 2007
Network briefing by Joanna Jeffery and Richard Seager provides more detail on what the duty involves and describes how housing associations should respond
Respect: an update 29 June 2007
Network briefing by Natalie Pace, provides an update on some key parts of the Respect Action plan for landlords as well as outlining forthcoming changes in relation to local crime and disorder reduction partnerships
The transition from CPA to CAA 26 June 2007
Network briefing by Greg Birdseye summarises the key stages of the transition and includes the latest information issued by the Audit Commission
Positive practice information 19 June 2007
Promoting gender equality 15 June 2007
HQN - Learning from success 12 June 2007
Network briefing by Alistair McIntosh and Janis Bright tells the story of four organisations that have achieved turnarounds and spectacular results
Update on the Housing Corporation's new performance indicator suite 8 June 2007
Network briefing by John Wheeldon advises on what to look for, common pitfalls and timetabling for the new PI suite
State of the nation 10 - Housing in Scotland 5 June 2007
Network briefing by Tony O'Sullivan and Gillian Young reviews the housing and regeneration landscape in Scotland in the light of the Scottish Parliament and local government election results in May. It considers the findings of the public spending Budget Review Group (the 'Howat Review'), and developments on the social housing procurement and strategic investment framework agendas
Positive practice information - March-April 2007 1 June 2007
Housing and community cohesion 25 May 2007
Network briefing by Wendy Hayhurst uses and builds on a number of presentations in a recent round of HQN seminars to suggest how housing might contribute to community cohesion
Dealing with personal insolvency 21 May 2007
Network briefing written by insolvency specialist Edward Cook includes explanations of what bankruptcy and IVAs mean; how it affects the collection of rent; and the impact on recovery of overpayments of benefits
Local government reform: the impact on providers of support 14 May 2007
Network briefing by Gill Leng to explore the potential for added value from the integration of Supporting People into LAAs
The Lyons Inquiry and the future of local government: one step forward and two steps back for housing? 8 May 2007
Network briefing by Tim Brown and Nicola Yates will be of particular interest to housing organisations in order that they can contribute effectively to the issue of the future of local government
Coastal towns - The House of Commons Communities and Local Government Committee Report 17 April 2007
Briefing by Vannessa Morton for housing policy makers and practitioners in coastal areas, covering housing issues, which figure strongly in the report, and covering some of the fundamental issues it raises about the nature of these towns' economies, housing markets and regeneration
The future of social housing: an HQN conference 11 April 2007
Network briefing by HQN Associate Janis Bright, summarises the presentations at HQN's recent conference which explored the changing roles, responsibilities and expectations of the sector
CPA the harder test - scores for 2006 for single-tier (and county) councils 3 April 2007
Network briefing by Greg Birdseye summarises the overall outcomes and then describes in more detail the results for housing services
The Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Bill 27 March 2007
Network briefing by Michael Sander focuses on issues of potential relevance to senior staff in local authorities, ALMOs and housing associations, either in terms of setting a work context, or in terms of the Bill's detailed substance
Ends and means - the future role of social housing - The Hills Report 22 March 2007
Network briefing by Doug Edmonds focusing on the actions that local government and other social landlords might take in advance of any policy or legislative change
Improving service performance: less regulation and more efficiency? 21 March 2007
Network briefing by HQN Associate, Lynne Carr, highlights the main areas of good practice outlined at a recent HQN Inspection event in Edinburgh
The CLG draft Code of Guidance on allocation of accommodation - choice-based lettings 20 March 2007
Network briefing by Tim Brown & Nicola Yates provides an in-depth analysis of the Government's draft Code of Guidance on choice-based lettings
Analysis of 2005/06 Scottish local authority housing management 15 March 2007
Network briefing by Hal Pawson examines key indicators including rent collection, void management, relet times and repairs
Options for the future of sheltered housing stock 13 March 2007
Network briefing by Trudi Kleanthous aims to summarise the key issues that need to be addressed, and makes recommendations as to the options available when considering a strategy for the future
The Cave Review of housing regulation: responses 8 March 2007
Network briefing by Janis Bright examines the key themes emerging and provides a summary of points from a range of leading organisations
Determining the comparative value of responsive repairs 6 March 2007
Network briefing by Rob McNaughton describes an HQN research project that developed and tested a new method of comparing the value of responsive repairs
Analysis of 2005/06 Housing Corporation performance indicators for housing associations in England 2 March 2007
Analysis of 2005/06 Housing Corporation performance indicators for housing associations in England Network briefing by Clive Hall, shows continuing improvements in void management and rent collection, while repairs performance holds steady
Scottish Housing Quality Standard progress report 28 February 2007
Network briefing by Linda Ewart explores the results of the analysis published by Communities Scotland in January 2007
Inspecting large scale voluntary transfer organisations - lessons from the past 18 months 26 February 2007
Briefing by Sheila Camp looks at the key themes that emerge from the 29 reports to provide pointers to areas that LSVTs need to give special attention before the inspectors call
Analysis of strategic housing Best Value PIs 2005/06 23 February 2007
Network briefing by Hal Pawson that examines local authority performance on empty homes brought back into use, homelessness, and Housing Benefit administration
Disabled Facilities Grant Programme: The government's consultation on improving programme delivery 20 February 2007
Network briefing by Vanessa Morton explores the issues and implications of the CLG consultation report
Gongs - why bother? 13 February 2007
Network briefing by Stephanie Harper considers why organisations should work to attain IiP status, and other awards
Tenant inspectors - helping to improve and develop housing services 8 February 2007
Network briefing by Carole Amer (with additional material from Laurie McCormack) explores how tenant inspectors are being empowered by different organisations
Strengthening powers to tackle anti-social behaviour 8 February 2007
Network briefing by Tim Horsley examines the consultation paper from The Home Office that includes proposals to add to or enhance the powers for dealing with anti-social behaviour
Your questions answered: tenant participation 1 February 2007
Laurie McCormack tackles questions focusing on a range of issues around tenant participation
Positive practice information 29 January 2007
Analysis of local authority housing management performance 2005/6 25 January 2007
Scottish Links: No 9 - 'State of the nation' 24 January 2007
Network briefing by Tony O'Sullivan and Gillian Young examine the Scottish Executive's report on its achievements, changes to the inspection regime and estimates of housing need
Housing Corporation homelessness strategy 23 January 2007
Network briefing by Sheila Spencer explores the issues raised within this strategy
Housing market renewal: latest Audit Commission findings 12 January 2007
Network briefing by Janis Bright examines the latest evidence from the Audit Commission on the pathfinders' progress
Capability review of Communities and Local Government 9 January 2007
Network briefing by Doug Edmonds summarises the capability review of CLG
The Cave Review of Social Housing Regulation 5 January 2007
Network briefing, Alistair McIntosh sets out the key issues the review will consider and poses some questions for the team on costs, standards and risk-based regulation
Current developments in self-directed support 27 December 2006
Network briefing by Jill Parker explores the 'in Control' system and the implications for housing and support providers
The revised diversity Key Lines of Enquiry 20 December 2006
Network briefing by Joanna Jeffrey sets out the main changes to the KLOE and highlights main themes
HomeBuy: Housing Benefit and help for homeowners 11 December 2006
Network briefing note by Janis Bright clarifys the situation regarding Housing Benefit entitlement for customers of the different versions of the Homebuy schemes
Local authority annual efficiency statements:backward look 2005/06 7 December 2006
Network briefing by Sally Williams compares the forward and backward look to determine where the differences have occurred
Anti-social behaviour - lessons from recent inspection reports 5 December 2006
Network briefing by Sheila Camp looks at a selection of inspection reports from May 2006 onwards, covering ALMOs, housing associations and local authorities, with a range of star ratings and prospects for improvement
The comprehensive spending review: an update 30 November 2006
Network briefing by Janis Bright sets out the timetable to the July 2007 CSR announcements, and outlines the main themes that will feature in the review
Homelessness questions and answers. Briefing 3 29 November 2006
Network briefing by Sheila Spencer and Tim Horsley tackles questions focusing on a range of issues to do with working with housing associations, and around improving the provision of temporary accommodation
Probationary tenancies - should you be using them? 27 November 2006
Network briefing by Pete Ashworth explores the use of probationary tenancies and whether or not an organisation should be using them
The Housing Revenue Account: 2007/08 Draft Housing Subsidy Determination 21 November 2006
Network briefing by Tony Huff summarises the major elements of the 2007/08 Draft Housing Subsidy Determination
Strong and prosperous communities: the local government White Paper October 2006 16 November 2006
Network briefing by Doug Edmonds explores the White Paper in detail in order to identify the important issues for housing
Licensing and accreditation: latest developments in the private rented sector 9 November 2006
Network briefing by Joanne Cavanagh explores the changes to legislation affecting the private rented sector
NCH Families projects - intensive support for tenancies at risk 8 November 2006
Network briefing by Jan Stoll NCH, sets out the context and operation of intensive family support projects
Leasehold: sinking/reserve funds, and KLOE 12 6 November 2006
Network briefing by Julia Greenwood explores the pros and cons of setting up sinking funds, and outlines some best practice
The Audit Commission's ideas for assessment beyond 2008 and the local government White Paper 31 October 2006
Network briefing by Greg Birdseye expands on a previous Network briefing on the future of housing regulation and also includes details from the recent White Paper
Scottish Links no. 8 - The Scottish Right To Buy Statement 2006 23 October 2006
Network briefing by Tony O'Sullivan and Gillian Young summarises all the main elements of the report, and the subsequent parliamentary debate
The code of practice on racial equality in housing 17 October 2006
Network briefing by Richard Seager and Joanna Jeffery explore how the new code differs from the old one and the implications for social landlords
Inspection - towards a more proportionate and targeted approach 16 October 2006
Network briefing by Lynne Carr highlights the discussion points from the Network seminar on inspection
Housing Benefit reforms - impact of Local Housing Allowance and Housing Benefit Direct (or payment to tenants) 12 October 2006
Network briefing explores forthcoming Housing Benefit reforms and the evaluation of the pathfinders
RSL governance in Scotland 10 October 2006
Network briefing by David Alexander tracing the very particular history and flavour of the Scottish approach to governance
The future of housing regulation - the debate hots up 6 October 2006
Network briefing by HQN Associate Janis Bright outlines the various strands of current debate and speculates on what the future might hold
Age discrimination legislation: are you age-neutral? 29 September 2006
Network briefing by Stephanie Harper explains key parts of the new legislation and potential hotspots
Housing links - summer 2006 28 September 2006
Network briefing by Sheila Camp with a full round-up of what's been happening in the housing world
Early interventions to prevent anti-social behaviour 25 September 2006
Network briefing by Tim Horsley explores the initiatives around early interventions to prevent ASB
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05, for metropolitan districts and unitary authorities only - the South East region 22 September 2006
Further Network analysis of PI data by statistician Clive Hall
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05, for metropolitan districts and unitary authorities only - the North West region 22 September 2006
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05, for metropolitan districts and unitary authorities only - the East Midlands region 22 September 2006
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05, for metropolitan districts and unitary authorities only - the North East region 22 September 2006
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05, for metropolitan districts and unitary authorities only - the East region 22 September 2006
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05, for metropolitan districts and unitary authorities only - the Yorkshire and Humber region 22 September 2006
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05, for metropolitan districts and unitary authorities only - the West Midlands region 22 September 2006
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05, for metropolitan districts and unitary authorities only - the South West region 22 September 2006
BVPIs 225 and 226 - community safety and well being - explained 15 September 2006
Network briefing by Mel Cant explains the implications of BVPIs 225 and 226 on both the Local Authority and the housing provider
Community leadership and the power of well-being - why social landlords need to know about it 11 September 2006
Network briefing by Sheila Camp covering a new discretionary power for local authorities in England and Wales to do anything they consider likely to promote or improve the economic, social or environmental well-being of their area
Combatting ASB through estate agreements 6 September 2006
A case study from Richmond Housing Partnership
Tolerated trespass: latest court rulings and best practice 5 September 2006
Network briefing by Tim Horsley exploring the implications for Landlords of recent tolerated trespasser case law
Changes to the Supporting People KLOE - revised 1 September 2006
Network briefing by Sian Brady covering the changes to KLOE 10 effective from August 2006 - revised version
Procurement in housing 29 August 2006
Network briefing by Peter Gardner summarising current procurement issues for those developing their role in procurement
Improving services to disadvantaged adults 22 August 2006
Network briefing by Jill Parker summarises housing issues raised by the project and detailed in the report "Improving Lives, Improving Services"
Tackling overcrowding in England 16 August 2006
Network response to the DCLG discussion paper on updating the current standard
The Audit Commission National Fraud Initiative 2004/2005 15 August 2006
Network briefing by Derek Purdy summarises the issues relating to housing and the actions to be taken to protect the public purse from fraud and abuse
Choice-based lettings: current state of play 8 August 2006
Network briefing by Tim Brown draws together different CBL issues and also gives examples of good practice
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05 - South East region 3 August 2006
Annual regional data for local authorities by statistician Clive Hall - South East region
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05 - South West region 3 August 2006
Annual regional data for local authorities by statistician Clive Hall - South West region
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05 East region 3 August 2006
Annual regional data for local authorities by statistician Clive Hall - East region
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05 - West Midlands region 3 August 2006
Annual regional data for local authorities by statistician Clive Hall - West Midlands region
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05 - East Midlands region 3 August 2006
Annual regional data for local authorities by statistician Clive Hall - East Midlands region
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05 - Yorkshire and Humber region 3 August 2006
Annual regional data for local authorities by statistician Clive Hall - Yorkshire and Humber region
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05 - North East region 3 August 2006
Annual regional data for local authorities by statistician Clive Hall - North East region
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/05 - North West region 3 August 2006
Annual regional data for local authorities by statistician Clive Hall - North West region
HQN response to the Housing Corporations consultation on homelessness 28 July 2006
The response is drawn upon the knowledge and experience of our Associates
Improving rent collection: an Audit Commission report on Direct Debit 26 July 2006
Network briefing by Liam Dawson summarises the cost effectiveness of using Direct Debits in the collection of various charges
Maintaining excellence in a world of rising standards 24 July 2006
Network briefing by Phil Davies outlining how Derby Homes have twice achieved three stars with excellent prospects for improvement
Scottish Links: No 7 - 'State of the nation' 18 July 2006
Network briefing by Tony O'Sullivan and Gillian Young covering the latest developments in Scotland
Social HomeBuy - a new sales programme for housing associations and local authorities 17 July 2006
Network briefing by Julia Greenwood covers the detail of this scheme
Latest developments on HomeBuy 14 July 2006
Network briefing by Janis Bright sets out the latest developments on the various schemes
HQN newsletter 14 July 2006
Our July issue, with all the latest from HQN
Housing market renewal pathfinders: latest Audit Commission reports 7 July 2006
Janis Bright highlights some of the good practice findings and speculates on what the future may hold for pathfinders
Can inspection scores and annual efficiency savings be predicted from other statistical data? 4 July 2006
Network briefing summary by Janis Bright summarises the results
Audit Commision KLOE 2: strategy and enabling 30 June 2006
Network briefing by Debby Ounsted assessing the changes to KLOE 2 which apply to inspections from August 2006
Lessons on practical achievements from high performing ALMOs 26 June 2006
Network briefing by Janis Bright summarises some of the practical achievements that caught the eye of the inspectors
Rent arrears pre-action protocol compliance check 26 June 2006
HQN are pleased to announce our new rent arrears pre-action protocol compliance check, which is supported by the Department of Communities and Local Government (DCLG)
Use of incentives schemes: a survey 23 June 2006
Summary of our recent survey regarding the use of Rewards schemes in the sector
The Law Commission proposals for tenancy reform 21 June 2006
Tim Horsley's briefing revisits the basics, introduces some new terminology, and outlines some of the implications for landlords
The new duty to promote disability equality 19 June 2006
Network briefing by Joanna Jeffrey examines the implications of the Disability Discrimination Act 2005 for housing
Risk and proportionality - refocusing the regulation and inspection framework for housing 16 June 2006
HQN's response to Communities Scotland consultation paper March 2006
The future of regulation 8 June 2006
Network briefing by Greg Birdseye analyses the DCLG's proposals
The Audit Commission's new twin KLOEs - leasehold and shared ownership, and management of Right to Buy/Right to Acquire sales 26 May 2006
Network briefing by Debby Ounsted assessing the changes to KLOE 12 which apply to inspections from August 2006
Consultation paper - Housing Revenue Account subsidy: payments to local authorities to offset rental income foregone 22 May 2006
Network briefing commenting on the contents of the recent consultation paper. Authorities are encouraged to respond to the DCLG by the closing date of 23 June
Your questions answered: homelessness briefing 2 19 May 2006
Briefing by Sheila Spencer and Tim Horsley
Housing Links: a summary of government strategy for older people's services in England 12 May 2006
Network briefing by Jill Parker examines the latest Department of Work and Pensions documents
Analysis of 2004-5 Housing Corporation performance indicators for housing associations in England 8 May 2006
Network briefing by Clive Hall examines housing association performance indicators
Using stock swaps to rationalise housing management 26 April 2006
Briefing by David Bebb (Chief Executive of LHT Group) on successful stock swaps
Using stock swaps to rationalise housing management 25 April 2006
Network briefing by David Bebb based on Liverpool Housing Trust's experience of completing two successful stock swaps in Liverpool involving about 700 homes and three other housing associations
Analysis of 2004-05 Scottish LA housing management PIs 12 April 2006
Network briefing by Hal Pawson identifies the latest top performers
Delivery plans to meet the Scottish Housing Quality Standard 30 March 2006
Network briefing by Wendy Hayhurst examines the emerging themes
The Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 and its impact on registered social landlords 30 March 2006
Network briefing by Julia Henderson examines the Scottish Executive consultation
Scottish Links: No 6 - The Scottish regeneration policy statement 2006 29 March 2006
Network briefing by Tony O'Sullivan and Gillian Young examines the Scottish Executive statement 'People and place'
Your questions answered: lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender issues in housing 22 March 2006
Network briefing by Joanna Jeffery responds to members' questions on equalities issues and monitoring
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2004/5 16 March 2006
Network briefing by Hal Pawson analyses the latest results and identifies top performers
Gypsies and travellers: mainstreaming the issues, an update 10 March 2006
Network briefing by Vanessa Morton examines the latest government documents
Our health, our care, our say: A new direction for community services, the government's white paper 8 March 2006
Network briefing by Bob Towner examines the far-reaching implications for housing
Local area agreements 7 March 2006
Network briefing by Gill Leng sets out how LAAs operate and what is included
New forms of inspection 1 March 2006
Network briefing by Alistair McIntosh examines the ODPM's plans
Your questions answered: homelessness 23 February 2006
Network briefing by Sheila Spencer tackles working with the NHS and Drug Action Teams, housing options and more
Your questions answered: leasehold issues 15 February 2006
Network briefing by Jeff Platt tackles members' queries on this complex area
Housing links 10: state of the housing nation 2005/06 14 February 2006
Network briefing by Sheila Camp outlines all the latest developments in housing, legislation and inspection
The golden rules for performance improvement and inspection 10 February 2006
Network briefing by Janis Bright offers our essential ingredients for success
CPA - the service assessments and direction of travel assessments 7 February 2006
Network briefing by Greg Birdseye analyses two key aspects of comprehensive performance assessment for upper tier councils
Open to debate: the new homelessness agenda 25 January 2006
Network briefing by Chris Holmes examines the latest thinking
Local Authority Annual Efficiency Statements - Interim returns November 2005 19 January 2006
Network briefing by Steve Partridge analyses progress to date
Supporting People Strategy - Consultation document 17 January 2006
Network briefing by Sian Brady examines the ODPM's draft strategy. Consultation responses are required by Tuesday 28 February 2006
Inspection reform: the future of local services inspection 11 January 2006
Network briefing by Greg Birdseye analyses the ODPM's proposals
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2003/04 - the East Midlands region 16 December 2005
Network briefing by Clive Hall shows good performance on management costs
Removing the barrier: disabled adaptations 14 December 2005
Network briefing by Vanessa Morton outlines the policy issues for the sector
Scottish Links: No 5 - 'State of the Nation' - December 2005 7 December 2005
HQN briefing by Tony O'Sullivan and Gillian Young analyses all the latest developments
From bricks and mortar to people and places - managing neighbourhoods and communities 2 December 2005
Latest HQN briefing paper prepared by Andy Selman for our forthcoming seminar series. Places are still available on this seminar see 'forthcoming events' section for more details.
Draft HRA subsidy and Item 8 determinations 2006/07 21 November 2005
HQN briefing by Steve Partridge examines the proposals. Members are urged to respond to the ODPM consultation
Gypsies and Travellers: mainstreaming the issues 18 November 2005
HQN briefing by Vanessa Morton outlines Housing Act requirements and good practice
Supporting People two years on: a summary of the Audit Commission's finding 16 November 2005
HQN briefing by Sian Brady examines the successes and failures to date
Your questions answered: Equality and Diversity data 10 November 2005
HQN Briefing by Joanna Jeffery offers comprehensive advice in response to member questions
The Housing (Right to buy) (Information to secure tenants) (England) order 2005: housing association information 27 October 2005
HQN briefing by Sheila Camp with extra information for housing associations
Managing people in the 21st century 27 October 2005
HQN briefing by Director of Henley Management College's Future Work Forum Peter Thomson explores changing work patterns
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2003/04 - the Yorks and Humber region 20 October 2005
HQN briefing by Clive Hall examines the regional results
When does a landlord owe a duty of care to the victims of anti-social behaviour? 17 October 2005
HQN briefing by solicitor Julia Henderson outlines a significant legal case
Comprehensive performance assessment - district councils - what's happened so far? 14 October 2005
HQN briefing by Greg Birdseye examines results and key success factors
Choice-based lettings: wider issues explored 11 October 2005
HQN briefing by Tim Brown and Nicola Yates argues for widening of the policy approach
An analysis of recent Audit Commission inspection reports 11 October 2005
HQN briefing by Ian Weightman assesses housing association results
Comprehensive performance assessment - district councils 7 October 2005
HQN briefing by Greg Birdseye outlines the Audit Commission's latest proposals
Tales from the front line: access to tenanted properties 23 September 2005
HQN briefing by Sheila Stubbins clarifies landlords' rights and good practice
The Housing (Right to buy) (Information to secure tenants) (England) order 2005 21 September 2005
HQN briefing by Sheila Camp outlines new requirements on authorities
Scottish Links No 4 - The Housing (Scotland) Bill 2005 15 September 2005
HQN briefing by Tony O'Sullivan and Gillian Young outlines the implications for private sector improvement
Resident involvement: the elements for success 7 September 2005
HQN briefing by Fiona Jamieson outlines good practice to help improve services
RSL operating costs in Scotland 1 September 2005
HQN briefing by David Alexander examines the Communities Scotland index
Analysis of local authority housing performance 2003/04 - the south east region 25 August 2005
HQN briefing by Clive Hall compares data on core council functions
Using complaints positively 22 August 2005
HQN briefing by Sheila Stubbins examines opportunities for service improvement
Use of and amendment of different tenancy terms 11 August 2005
HQN briefing by Sheila Stubbins examines good practice and common pitfalls
Tales from the front line: performance management and customer focus 9 August 2005
HQN briefing by Andy Selman sets out the vital ingredients for success
Key Line of Enquiry 1: prospects for improvement - revised June 2005 to apply to inspections from August 2005 2 August 2005
HQN briefing by Debby Ounsted assessing the changes to KLOE 1 which apply to inspections from this point onward
Comprehensive Performance Assessment - the latest news 1 August 2005
HQN briefing by Greg Birdseye which outlines the latest Audit Commission proposals
HQN Response to the Audit Commission 29 July 2005
Analysis of the proposals on CPA and the service assessment frameworks
Choice based lettings - the next stage 25 July 2005
HQN briefing by Vanessa Morton outlines the latest developments and good practice
RSL annual efficiency statements: HQN guidance note on completing the initial AES July 2005 14 July 2005
HQN briefing by Steve Partridge offers commentary and worked examples
A Guide to the Equality Standard for Local Government 8 July 2005
HQN's short introduction and summary, by Joanna Jeffery
Sustainable Communities: Homes for All 1 March 2005
HQN briefing examines the government's five-year strategy for housing
Findings from recent Supporting People inspections: Part One 16 February 2005
HQN briefing by Gill Leng summarises seven recent inspections and offers tips for success. Part 2 of this briefing follows shortly
A Guide to the Scottish Housing Quality Standards 16 March 2004
HQN briefing outlines latest developments affecting all social landlords, Tony O'Sullivan
Access to Social Housing Grant for ALMOs 4 March 2004
Short HQN briefing note on latest Housing Bill developments
Leadership 2010: The Way Forward 25 February 2004
HQN briefing analyses new campaign to get more women & people from minority communities into senior management, Joanna Jeffery
Housing Allocation, Homelessness and Stock Transfer: A guide to Key Issues 13 February 2004
HQN briefing by Kirsty Jenkins considers issues for councils in deciding
whether to contract out homelessness, advice and allocations services.
A framework for the review of housing inspection and assessment - Comments by the Housing Quality Network 12 February 2004
HQN response to Audit Commission consultation by Alistair McIntosh
CPA results for district councils 12 December 2003
Short HQN analysis of district results to date, Janis Bright
Supporting People: Focus on Review 12 December 2003
Outlines monitoring and review arrangements, and speculates on the possible effects for providers of new commissioning decisions, Sian Brady
Improving standards of accommodation for homeless households placed in temporary accommodation 2 July 2003
HQN briefing by Sarah Gorton examines the ODPM's consultation paper
Validation of housing association reporting systems 31 March 2003
HQN response to the Housing Corporation's consultation
Reviewing the Housing Corporation's approach to tenant involvement 27 March 2003
HQN response by Laurie McCormack to the Corporation's discussion paper
The New Housing Corporation Assessment Grading System 21 March 2003
HQN briefing by Debby Ounsted analysing the Corporation's "traffic lights" replacement for its PAIS system
Supporting People: Quality and Monitoring 18 March 2003
HQN briefing by Sian Brady on the framework for monitoring services and improving quality
Analysis of 2001/02 Housing Corporation Performance Indicators 17 March 2003
HQN briefing by Hal Pawson on HA performance against Housing Corporation PIs. Shows an apparent surge in management costs and includes comparison with councils
New powers to tackle anti-social behaviour: The Criminal Justice (Scotland) Bill 14 March 2003
HQN briefing by Julia Kennedy on new duties and powers to tackle anti-social behaviour
The Communities Plan, the PSA Plus Review and housing finance - Headlines & highlights 13 March 2003
HQN briefing paper by Steve Partridge on the main financial implications of the recent Communities Plan and PSA Plus Review announcements
Inspection highlights: ALMOs pass the test 21 February 2003
HQN analysis by Janis Bright of the first eight Audit Commission ALMO inspections. Find out more about the new rules on applying for ALMO and all other stock options at HQN's upcoming seminar
Abolition of Local Authority Social Housing Grant (LASHG) 17 February 2003
HQN briefing paper by Steve Partridge on the imminent abolition of LA Social Housing Grant
Sustainable Communities: Building for the future - An 11 February 2003
HQN briefing paper by Alistair McIntosh. The Government's vision for sustainable communities and how it will be achieved - an ambitious attempt to blend together apparently competing and complex objectives with high stakes to be played for by both councils and housing associations
Homelessness Reviews and Strategies: Update for Local Authorities 4 February 2003
Common issues, ideas and solutions arising from our work with authorities around England and Wales, Kirsty Jenkins
Ten Golden Rules for Inspection 3 February 2003
Prepare for inspection with confidence, our recommendations based on inspection experience to date in both the LA and RSL sectors, Bob Towner
Housing Links 1 31 January 2003
Quick reference guide to what's happened in 2002 and a look forward to what will change in 2003, Sheila Camp
On the Freedom Trail - A review of Government action following the Comprehensive Performance Assessment 2 January 2003
HQN briefing paper by Doug Edmonds reviewing the improvement planning process for local authorities following the comprehensive performance assessment
Archived Briefings 1 January 2003
Making the Case for Arms Length Management Organisations 13 December 2002
The newly formed trade body for Arms Length Management Organisations (ALMOs) has produced this paper for the ODPM's Public Sector Plus Review of the Decent Homes target. The report shows that in a short space of time ALMOs have become a serious option for meeting the Decent Homes target.
Rochdale MBC - Private Sector Housing Renewal Strategy and Housing Renewal Policy 10 December 2002
Rochdale have kindly agreed to share their first draft housing renewal policy & strategy with fellow HQN members. In return for this they would appreciate comments and where possible a copy of your draft document, Rochdale MBC
Housing Association Pre-Inspection Self-Assessment forms, Uses & Abuses 10 December 2002
HQN briefing paper advising Housing Associations how to get the best out of self-assessment forms, Debby Ounsted
Appendix - Housing Association Pre-Inspection Self Assessment Form
The Human Rights Act 1998 - some recent cases 2 December 2002
HQN briefing paper by Julia Branchflower on human rights case law
Comprehensive Performance Assessment for Shire Districts 28 November 2002
Housing Quality Network response to the Audit Commission consultation paper, Doug Edmonds
Review of Race Equality Schemes 27 November 2002
Housing Quality Network review of local authority Race Equality Schemes, Joanna Jeffries and Richard Seager
Looking to the future 15 November 2002
HQN briefing paper by Sheila Camp on the implications for housing from the Queen's speech
Supporting People - Pipelines, Deadlines and Contracts 6 November 2002
HQN briefing paper outlining the major business issues currently facing service providers, Andrew Jepps
Building choice and responsibility: A radical agenda for Housing Benefit 28 October 2002
HQN briefing paper summarising the key points of the DWP paper
New Challenge for Private Sector Housing Renewal and Home Improvement Agencies 17 October 2002
HQN briefing paper outlining the impact of the 'Home Improvement Agencies - Development & Reform' consultation paper on Private Sector Housing Renewal, John Rood
Comprehensive Performance Assessment Progress 17 October 2002
HQN briefing note summarising the Audit Commission's presentation to the HQN seminar 'Performance Matters', Doug Edmonds
Housing PFI - Spruce Goose or Dead Duck? 15 October 2002
HQN briefing by Rob McNaughton re article published in latest issue of the PFI journal, October 2002
Learning from Inspections 11 October 2002
HQN briefing paper commenting on the two recent three star inspection reports from the Audit Commission for Camden and Leicester, Bob Towner
Inspection Update. All Change? - New Inspection Arrangements 7 October 2002
HQN commentary on the issues arising from the new single inspectorate including hints and tips for all those organisations preparing for a visit from the Inspectors, Alistair McIntosh
A Potted Housing (Scotland) Act 2001 (Part 2, Chapters 1 & 2) 2 October 2002
A HQN handy guide to the main provisions of part 2 of the Act, Julia Kennedy
Tackling Poor Performance in Local Government 30 September 2002
Housing Quality Network response to ODPM consultation paper
Law Commission Consultation Regarding New Legal Arrangements for Changes of Tenancy 24 September 2002
Summary of the Law Commission Consultation paper 'Renting Homes - 2: Co-occupation, transfer and succession'. Sheila Stubbins
Local authority responses to Scottish Executive Homelessness Bill consultation 18 September 2002
Most councils offer 'in principle support' for the proposed phased abolition of the 'priority need' test, though all are concerned that this would require the provision of additional resources on a very large scale. Councils are evenly divided on the Executive's proposal to remove the duty to investigate intentionality. Widespread concerns are voiced about the lack of clarity on the limit of a local authority's duties to intentionally homeless households. And most councils oppose the proposal to suspend local connection rules, Hal Pawson
The Way Forward for Housing: CapitalFinance 17 September 2002
Briefing paper written for HQN by HFTA Associate Adrian Waite in association with Steve Partridge. Adrian welcomes the radical ideas and the scope for debate and speculation
Housing Quality Network response to the ODPM Draft Circular on Best Value and Performance Management 10 September 2002
Alistair McIntosh, Housing Quality Network
Tackling Poor Performance in Local Government 28 August 2002
Briefing paper prepared by Alistair McIntosh, summarising and commenting upon the consultation paper recently issued by ODPM. The closing date for comments on this very important paper is 30 September
London Eye Issue 15 27 August 2002
Report by Sheila Camp, HQN which considers whether a selection of recent inspections carried out in the capital, make the case for a single housing inspectorate
The Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 22 August 2002
Examination of the implications of the new Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act for the management of services to leaseholders. HQN Briefing, Jackie Dickins
Effective use of Short Scottish Secure Tenancies in cases of anti-social behaviour 20 August 2002
HQN briefing paper considering the implications of the short Scottish secure tenancy, Julia Kennedy
The Corporation Reports - A summary of the first formal Inspections 14 August 2002
HQN briefing paper looking at the key issues arising from the early Housing Corporation Inspection Reports, Lydia Dlaboha
Housing Renewal Guidance - Consultation 13 August 2002
HQN briefing paper by John Rood on private sector housing issues, covering the latest ODPM guidance which has been issued for consultation
The pilot of Local Housing Strategies (LHS) 9 August 2002
Early feedback from the Local Housing Strategy pilots, courtesy of Communities Scotland
LHS pilot objectives, outputs and outcomes
Success factors for LHS - Identified by the Councils in the pilot
Issues for Councils to be aware of for producing LHS - Identified by the Councils in the pilot
HQN comments on CPA arrangements for housing 9 August 2002
Response to the Audit Commission by Doug Edmonds, HQN Associate
The Housing Corporation's Regulatory Code - a briefing note for Board Members 9 August 2002
HQN briefing paper by Debby Ounstead on the Housing Corporation's Regulatory Code, examining the implications for governance of associations and looking in particular at the responsibilities of Board Members. The Way Forward document is also shown above, Debby refers to this in her briefing paper
The way forward - Our approach to regulation
Sets out our approach to regulation, incorporates and puts into context the Regulatory Code and guidance setting out the fundamental obligations of housing associations within our new regulatory system
Inspection Digest - Homelessness Services 6 August 2002
HQN briefing paper reviewing a varied selection of inspection reports that have dealt with homelessness services, Sheila Spencer
Comprehensive Performance Assessment - further information 22 July 2002
HQN briefing by Doug Edmonds, summarising and commenting on the series of Audit Commission reports, which describe the latest proposals for measuring housing performance as part of the Comprehensive Performance Assessment regime
Housing Services - Key aspects of service delivery
Rent Arrears - Key points from Audit Commission and Housing Corporation Inspections 18 July 2002
HQN briefing paper by Richard Veale. In this paper Richard investigates what the inspectors liked and didn't like in the reports that have been published covering rent arrears
The Corporation's Judgements - Verdicts from the pathfinder inspections 16 July 2002
HQN briefing paper looking at how the inspections of service areas have fed in to the judgements made by the Housing Corporation, Lydia Dlaboha
Draft Guidance for Community Cohesion 3 July 2002
HQN briefing paper looking at the draft guidance on community cohesion issued jointly by LGA, ODPM, Home Office and CRE, Joanna Jeffery and Richard Seager
Your region, your choice: revitalising the English regions - the Governments White Paper 1 July 2002
HQN briefing paper looking at the housing implications of regional government. It concludes that local authorities and housing associations need to ensure they are fully involved in the debate about regional government in order to ensure that housing interests and services are best placed if a Bill emerges, Phil Toal Sunderland Housing Group in association with housing journalist Tim Dwelly
The Tenant Participation Compact - HQN members' experience so far 19 June 2002
Briefing paper based on recent research carried out by Laurie McCormack for HQN. This demonstrates that the adoption of Compacts has delivered some real improvements in terms of greater numbers of tenants involved in a wider range of activities, as well as changes to housing services and strategies.
Housing's contribution to combating social exclusion - A Scottish perspective 18 June 2002
Briefing paper prepared by Tim Mason for HQN. Tim sets out the approach described in the Executive's paper 'Social Justice - A Scotland where everyone matters' and looks at the contributions that housing can make to achieving social inclusion for each of the five lifecycle stages identified. He concludes that housing agencies have an opportunity to enhance their effectiveness by imaginative use of new initiatives and planning procedures which are being introduced to help achieve social justice
The Corporation Expects - Key Points from the Pathfinder Inspections 10 June 2002
Detailed analysis of the Housing Corporation's Pathfinder inspection reports showing positive features and issues of concern for each of the six service areas that the Corporation will always inspect, Alistair McIntosh, Housing Quality Network
Neighbourhood Action in Europe 17 May 2002
Report on a recent conference held in London to disseminate early results of an EU research programme designed to facilitate sharing of experience in Neighbourhood Renewal activities. The conference was attended by Alison Hayward, who has summarised the presentations and conclusions reached
Law Commission Consultation on new forms of tenure for England and Wales 17 May 2002
Briefing paper by Sheila Stubbins, summarising the recently issued Law Commission consultation paper on tenancy reform in England. This has potentially very significant consequences for all social housing providers and it is therefore recommended that all landlords should make a detailed study of the proposals. Responses are required by 12th July. HQN would welcome copies of any reports prepared by members for internal discussion of the issues and/or draft responses
Tenancy reform in England
Local Government Bill in Parliament 16 May 2002
News release introducing the Local Government Bill, which includes duties of Best Value and Community Planning, and provides a new power to promote or improve the well-being of their area
Delivering CPAs - Comments on the consultation draft 30 April 2002
HQN response to the Audit Commission's draft proposals for Comprehensive Performance Assessment
Recent Developments in Race & Housing - Local Authorities 26 April 2002
HQN briefing papers by Joanna Jeffery & Richard Seager. These briefings introduce a range of issues that we will be exploring further at our forthcoming conference, Race & Housing: It's time to get it right! This will be held in London on 25 June (further details will be available shortly). The papers are a useful summary of the action that your organisation needs to take to ensure that it fully meets the requirements of the new Regulatory Code and other guidance that has been issued recently
Recent Developments in Race & Housing - Housing Associations
Supporting People - Implementation Issues for Local Authorities 25 April 2002
Briefing paper prepared by HFTA associate Adrian Waite for HQN. In this paper, Adrian focuses on some of the implications for the accounting process arising from the requirement to separate out costs
The Homelessness Act 2002 - An opportunity not to be missed and a real test for the arrangements put in place by LSVT authorities 23 April 2002
HQN briefing paper by Andrew Cobb considering the opportunities and challenges arising from the Homelessness Act 2002 for LSVT authorities
Homelessness Act 2002 16 April 2002
A short additional paper to complement the briefing paper issued on the 18th March giving practical advice for compliance with the Homelessness Act 2002, Kirsty Jenkins
Anti Social Behaviour - The Role of Housing Associations 9 April 2002
HQN briefing paper from Martina Weitsch continuing to discuss the topical theme of anti social behaviour orders, this time looking specifically at where the power to apply for ASBOs should lie
London Eye Issue 14 26 March 2002
Report by Sheila Camp, HQN on the Audit Commission conference "Working Capital: working together to improve public services in London"
Comprehensive Performance Assessment 22 March 2002
Briefing paper prepared by Doug Edmonds outlining the Audit Commission's proposals for Comprehensive Performance Assessment. HQN will be responding to the Audit Commission consultation paper, which requires a response by 26 April. Please let us have a note of anything you would like to see included by 12 April 2002
Anti Social Behaviour - Issues of Definition and Performance Measurement 22 March 2002
Briefing paper prepared for HQN by Martina Weitsch. In this introductory paper Martina examines issues of definition and performance management
Analysis of 2000/2001 Housing Corporation Performance Indicators 18 March 2002
Briefing paper by Hal Pawson analysing the Housing Corporation PI's 2001/2002 and comparing relative HA and LA performance
Homelessness Act 2002 18 March 2002
HQN briefing paper giving practical advice on compliance with the Homelessness Act 2002, Kirsty Jenkins
Housing Corporation Inspection Visit - Key Papers 8 March 2002
Paper listing the documents required from Housing Associations by the Housing Corporation Inspectors
The Rocky Road to Growth by Merger 7 March 2002
HQN briefing paper giving guidance to RSL Boards and senior managers on the pre-merger process. The paper draws lessons from mergers in the private sector and considers the methods available to RSLs in avoiding many of the possible pitfalls when venturing towards a merger arrangement. Debby Ounstead
Dealing with Empty Properties, Council Tax Information and Data Protection Issues 28 February 2002
HQN briefing paper continuing the discussion around the BVPIs 2002/2003. This paper looks specifically at collecting the baseline data for BVPI 64. John Rood, HQN
Further Advice for Authorities Considering ALMO 26 February 2002
HQN briefing paper giving advice and guidance to authorities considering setting up an ALMO. The paper builds on the first guidance paper issued by HQN in July 2001
Housing Association - Pre-Inspection Self Assessment Form 25 February 2002
Copy of the proforma used by the Housing Corporation prior to inspection
Update on Best Value Performance Plan and Reviews (DTLR Statutory Instrument 2002/305) 18 February 2002
HQN briefing paper commenting on the main points of guidance in DTLR, SI 2002/305, Alistair McIntosh
Analysis of Local Authority Best Value Performance Indicators, 2000/01 18 February 2002
HQN analysis of the audited outturn figures for the 2000/2001 BVPIs, Hal Pawson
Supporting People - Charging Administrative Arrangements 18 February 2002
HQN briefing paper in which Sian Brady considers the complexities of the administrative arrangements in the Supporting People charging proposals
Statistical table showing the quartile out-turn calculations for the 2001 Housing BVPIs 11 February 2002
Extract from DTLR spreadsheet
HQN Commentary on Housing Best Value Performance Indicators 2002/2003 7 February 2002
HQN paper to accompany BVPI 2002/2003 document with commentary against each Performance Indicator
The New Performance Assessment Regime - Lessons from Corporate Governance Reports 6 February 2002
Briefing paper examining the inspection assessments of Corporate Governance in four local authorities and anticipating how the same councils might fare under the inspection proposals in the Local Government White Paper "Strong Local Leadership - Quality Public Services", Sheila Camp, HQN
Housing Corporation's Rural Housing Policy 31 January 2002
Document setting out the strategy underlying the Corporation's Rural Housing Strategy
Housing Associations in 2001: Performance Indicators 30 January 2002
Housing Association PIs including new PIs and revisions of the definitions of existing PIs, which will allow for direct comparisons to be made with the performance of local housing authorities, Housing Corporation
Overpayment of Housing Benefit 29 January 2002
The latest HQN briefing paper in a series looking at improving Housing Benefit administration, Kara Hunter and Mark Symmonds
The Way Forward. Inspection: Our Approach 22 January 2002
Document setting out how the Housing Corporation will operate the new inspection framework
Assessing Stock Transfer in Scotland 15 January 2002
An analysis of a postal survey of stock transfer in Scotland undertaken by HQN. The analysis has been carried out by Hal Pawson, he concludes that 'by the end of 2002...more than half of all Scotland's councils will have opted to retain landlord status'
Social Cohesion and Housing 8 January 2002
HQN briefing paper in which Janis Bright summarises the contents of the various reports that were generated following the disturbances in northern and midlands towns during the summer of 2001. The paper considers the recommendations of both the Cantle and Denham reports alongside the local reports from Bradford, Oldham and Burnley
Analysis of 2002 ODPM HIP rankings of LAs in England 8 January 2002
50% increase in number of councils rated well below average as polarising trends in HIP rankings continues
Analysis of DTLR HIP rankings of LAs in England 8 January 2002
HQN briefing paper in which Hal Pawson analyses the DTLR assessment of authorities 'housing performance' and considers their significance in terms of resource allocation. The paper also makes a comparison of the Inspectorate star rating with the HIP assessment grade
The Role of External Review in Improving Performance 24 December 2001
A summary and analysis by Alistair McIntosh of this important Treasury sponsored paper on the future of external inspection. Sir Michael Lyons (ex Birmingham Council CEO) was co-author of the report with assistance from Adrienne Roberts (formerly AD for Housing at Birmingham). The Best Value Inspection regime is subject to criticism and challenge with significant reforms suggested. In some ways the revised proposals share similarities with the inspection regime developed by the Housing Corporation. Lyons wants to see inspection tailored to the specific needs of an authority as determined by a base line assessment undertaken every four or five years. This report gives the first indications about how the Government might distinguish between the categories of performance mooted in the Local Government White Paper
Strong Local Leadership - Quality Public Services 20 December 2001
This briefing paper by Alison Hayward summarises the contents of Part One of the new Local Government White Paper. Part One of the paper sets out proposals to reform council services and enhance local democracy and community leadership
Improving Benefits Administration 13 December 2001
HQN response to requests from members, we have commissioned this briefing paper which looks at Housing Benefits administration and what landlords can expect as a minimum service. It also highlights good practice and gives examples of ways in which the service is enhanced by the best Benefits services
Best Value Performance Indicators: Consultation 12 December 2001
The Housing Quality Network contribution to the consultation exercise on BVPIs 2002/2003, Alistair McIntosh
After Transfer - The Local Authority Role 12 December 2001
Margaret Smith discusses the role of the local authority following the transfer of stock, she concludes that the authority must consider how the relationship with the receiving body will change over time, and the amount of internal resources needed to adequately deliver the strategic functions
Lettings and Homelessness Update 12 December 2001
Kirsty Jenkins takes members through the progress being made by some of the choice based lettings pilots and describes some of the changes that are taking place in preparation for the forthcoming legislation following the passage of the Homelessness Bill through the parliamentary process
Supporting People Update 21 November 2001
Sian Brady picks out the key discussion points from the proposed cross authority arrangements consultation paper. This paper continues a series of commentaries the network is providing to help members find a way through the Supporting People consultation documents and includes an appendix that summarises the content of the various papers released to date. Please note that the comments on this paper are required by 14th December 2001
Swale Housing Association Report Card 13 November 2001
Summary of the findings of HQN inspection of services at Swale HA that was sent to all its tenants. This is the first time that inspection results have been communicated directly to tenants and the Corporation has looked closely at this Report Card as they seek to refine their own reporting tools. Swale HA is currently analysing the replies that tenants have made to the tear off slip and these will be summarised shortly. So far most tenants that have responded agree with the conclusions set out in the Report Card
Performance Standards (for the Single Regulatory Framework - Scotland) 1 November 2001
Regulation and Inspection Publication, Communities Scotland
Memorandum of Understanding (for the SRF - Scotland) 1 November 2001
Housing Corporation Rent Restructuring Guidance 1 November 2001
This briefing compares and contrasts the approach being developed by DTLR for local authorities and examines the implications of the Corporation's guidance for RSLs. Prepared for HQN by HFTA Associate, Bob Line
Neighbourhood & Street Wardens - the practicalities of setting up a scheme 29 October 2001
This briefing paper prepared by Alison Hayward for HQN reflects on the issues to be addressed by the successful bidders, once the results of the current bidding round are announced
Local Strategic Partnerships in context 29 October 2001
This briefing paper prepared by Alison Hayward for HQN looks at Local Strategic Partnerships in the context of other government programmes and the accreditation, taking place in February 2002
Rent Influencing Regime: Implementing the Rent Restructuring Framework 23 October 2001
Guidance for Housing Associations in restructuring rents to conform to the government proposals, Housing Corporation
Supporting People Update - Developing an Allocation Formula 19 October 2001
This HQN briefing paper by Sian Brady summarises the content of the DTLR consultation paper on Developing an Allocation Formula for Supporting People and concludes that this is not only one of the most important consultation papers as far as local authorities are concerned but also possibly one of the most difficult to respond to. The consultation closing date is 7th December 2001
Building Capacity and Partnership in Care 19 October 2001
This HQN briefing paper by Alex Rocke considers the implications of the recently published agreement between the statutory and the independent social care, health care and housing sectors, "Building Capacity and Partnership in Care". Alex concludes that Housing needs to make sure that its voice is heard
What can housing learn from star rated NHS inspections? 17 October 2001
This HQN briefing paper considers the similarities and differences between the NHS ratings and those of the Housing and Best Value Inspectorate
HFTA conference report on the 'Blue Skies' capital finance debate 2 October 2001
Conference report on the Blue Skies debate which was hosted by Housing Finance Training Associates in London, Janis Bright
Moving between boroughs - housing association tenants in England 26 September 2001
Findings of a new research report, Housing Corporation
Lettings and Homelessness - update 14 September 2001
The latest briefing by Kirsty Jenkins which keeps members up to date with the most recent developments in the Starter Home Initiative, Choice Based Lettings and the forthcoming homelessness legislation
What is meant by the Housing Inspectorate's 2% target for cost effectiveness for local authorities? 12 September 2001
HQN briefing paper on the cost effectiveness target set out in the Housing Inspectorate's framework for excellence, Alistair McIntosh, HQN
HQN Briefing on the experience of new stock transfer organisations 12 September 2001
A practical and lively briefing from Tim Dwelly on the lessons learnt by e.g. Pennine 2000, Sunderland Housing Group, Riviera, Whitefriars and the Progress Group
Housing Corporation Ceases SHMG Reviews 22 August 2001
3 yearly reviews of Supported Housing Management Grant to end, paving the way for the implementation of Supporting People, Housing Corporation
Special Needs Housing in London 16 August 2001
Bulletin number 2, Housing Corporation
The BIG Picture 8 August 2001
Meeting the needs of the Black and Minority Ethnic Communities, Housing Corporation
RSL Rent Review Procedures for Assured Tenants 3 August 2001
Advice and commentary, including a review of the NHF practice note on the various legal concerns, Sheila Stubbins, HQN
Maximising your inspectorate rating 30 July 2001
News from 2 authorities which have improved the provisional inspectorate rating given at the interim challenge. Janis Bright, HQN
Rent influencing regime 11 July 2001
Interim guidance for implementing the rent restructuring framework, Housing Corporation
Rent Restructuring - update with Technical Appendix for Finance Directors and IT support staff 6 July 2001
This briefing emphasises the importance of ensuring that valuations data and stock data can be linked, as this will be necessary to produce individual target rents, as required by the new regime, Bob Line
Study of Tenant Participation in RSLs 4 July 2001
Report into TP in the RSL sector, to be used by the Housing Corporation to assess progress and inform future policy developments, Housing Corporation
Inspection Report Digest - The High Flyers 25 June 2001
HQN Briefing on the key points from the top scoring inspection reports at Kirklees, Derby and Wigan
Inspections Digest 19 June 2001
An analysis of 8 recent inspection reports, highlighting key areas for attention in Best Value reviews and preparations for inspection, Sheila Camp
Supporting People - Update (revised version) 14 June 2001
Covering key developments including, Transitional Housing Benefits guidance; Needs mapping; Griffiths report and the impact of rent restructuring on Supporting People. Sian Brady, HQN
Contrasting approaches to Estates Management Inspections 12 June 2001
A review of Inspection reports on Estates Management Services concludes that the scope of future inspections is likely to be wider, Doug Edmonds
Evaluation Sheets relating to the above document
Rehousing issues in Scotland 11 June 2001
HQN newsletter with updates on key policy developments affecting rehousing services in Scotland, Hal Pawson
Developing and Implementing a Comprehensive Housing Strategy (Scotland) 31 May 2001
HQN Briefing paper which examines the content of and processes involved in drawing up comprehensive housing strategies and identifies good practice
Meeting the challenge of tenant involvement 2 May 2001
Housing Corporation guide signposting how RSLs and their partners can effectively listen to and act on information from consumers
Supported Housing Inspections - key issues 23 April 2001
Briefing paper prepared by Lydia Dlaboha, analysing the first four inspection reports relating to supported housing services
No stars in their eyes 9 April 2001
A HQN briefing reviewing the first two pilot inspection reports from the Housing Corporation produced by Mick Leggett
Insurance for all - a good practice guide 3 April 2001
Guidance for housing organisations seeking to establish insurance schemes for tenants, Housing Corporation
RSLs & Performance Plans 27 March 2001
Clarification on requirements for RSLs to produce performance plans, Angela Derbyshire HQN
Another Step Forward 27 March 2001
Summary of the Audit Commission paper on the assessment of Best Value Performance Plan, Andy Selman HQN