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Renewed perspectives on regeneration in the North

Our Renew inquiry has launched a series of think-pieces from the North’s leading voices on regeneration. The collection sets the context for the Renew inquiry,

Launching Decent Homes Network

We’re excited to invite you to the launch of the Northern Housing Consortium’s new Decent Homes Network — a dedicated space for members to come together at a pivotal moment for the sector.

Summer Events Preview

This summer we are bringing together partners across a range of events designed to support colleagues on housing, regeneration, and collaborative working.

What the New Green Book Changes Mean for the North

The latest update to HM Treasury’s Green Book, published following the Green Book Review 2025, introduces a series of important reforms that are expected to strengthen ...

Talking regeneration and devolution

The NHC team have been at conferences talking about key issues for housing in the North.

Final Local Government Financial Settlement 2026 – What It Means for Northern Councils

The Government has now published the Final Local Government Financial Settlement for 2026, confirming how much funding councils in England will receive over the next three years.

New northern growth announcements and New Towns

The Government’s latest announcements under the Northern Growth Strategy reinforce a major shift towards locally led regeneration, placing substantial decision making power, and significant...

Renew – gathering evidence and pushing housing-led regeneration up the agenda

Thank you to everyone who responded to the Renew Call for Evidence looking into housing-led regeneration in the North.

NHC update on the Spring Forecast 2026 speech

On 3 March 2026, the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) published new forecasts for the economy and public finances.

Bidding open for £39 billion Social and Affordable Homes Programme

Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook MP has written to the social housing sector announcing that the groundbreaking £39 billion Social and Affordable Homes Programme is now open for bids.

Parliamentary committee warns that ageing social housing stock risks achieving targets for new supply, as progress on decent homes stalls

Decency in social housing has barely improved since the pandemic, with around 430,000 homes failing the Decent Homes Standard (DHS),

Northern Housing Consortium recognised for outstanding workplace wellbeing

The Northern Housing Consortium (NHC) – the membership body for the social housing sector across the North of England – has been awarded the Better Health at Work Award in the Continuing Excellence category, as the organisation marks its 51st year.

Government publishes new details on rent convergence, Decent Homes Standard, Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards – read our member briefing

The government announced a series of major housing policy announcements, ending significant uncertainty around future regulatory requirements and rental income.

MBE for our longest serving colleague

Executive Assistant Lynda Redshaw was presented with an MBE for services to social housing in the North of England by her Royal Highness The Princess Royal at Windsor Castle.

NHC Procurement announces Active Fire Framework

NHC Procurement is proud to introduce their new Active Fire framework – a fully compliant, cost‑effective route to market for fire safety products and services.
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