An important piece from Paula Barker MP on the cycle of domestic abuse and homelessness. This is why supported housing schemes for survivors of abuse are so vital – schemes which are increasingly at risk of closing due to huge cuts to funding. We must #SaveOurSupportedHousing.

No child should have to experience poverty. Yet, it's the reality for 4.5 million children in the UK. That's why we’ve joined over 100 others in calling on the government to scrap the two-child limit. Every child deserves the best start in life. Read more below.

Supported housing transforms lives whilst taking pressure off the public purse. We need to see investment in supported housing at the Autumn Budget, with long-term funding in the government's housing strategy and homelessness strategy. A great piece from Home Group👇

Today’s MHCLG announcement sends a clear signal that social and affordable housing remains a pillar of the government’s housebuilding ambitions. We're committed to working in partnership with the government to deliver the homes our country needs. Our Chief Executive, Kate Henderson, comments👇

Important piece from @mattdownie.bsky.social. At the Autumn Budget, the government has the opportunity to tackle homelessness by unfreezing local housing allowance to match increased rent costs – support that would alleviate poverty and prevent more people becoming homeless.

From today, you can apply to become a Shared Ownership Code adopter. By doing so, you aim to ensure transparency, fairness, and improved support for thousands of shared owners. 🔗We strongly encourage our members to apply to become a Code adopter: sharedownershipcode.org.uk

As part of #BlackHistoryMonth2025, Kai Jackson, TPAS Associate, highlights the importance of listening to, and amplifying, the voices of Black tenants. 🔗Read Kai's report 'There a Seat at The Table – Ethnic Minority Voices in Tenant Engagement' here: www.tpas.org.uk/tpas-news/is...

At the Autumn Budget, the government must #SaveOurSupportedHousing by committing to emergency funding. Without this, we risk losing even more of the vital homes that hundreds of thousands of people rely on. 🔗Our Head of Policy writes more in LocalGov: www.localgov.co.uk/Autumn-Budge...

Awaab's Law comes into force today. The quality and safety of resident homes is our top priority. These reforms, alongside the government's commitment to a decade of renewal for social and affordable housing, are crucial to addressing the housing crisis. Our Chief Exec, Kate Henderson, responds👇

📢Are you a smaller housing association interested in exploring the challenges facing community-based organisations? 🔗Make sure to buy your tickets to our National Smaller Housing Associations' Conference – happening virtually on 3 December: smaller.housing.org.uk

For #BlackHistoryMonth2025, Barrington Billings – Chair of BME National – honours the generations who built, organised, and led movements for change, and recommits to the unfinished work before us. Read Barrington's full article here: https://orlo.uk/gQtwS#BlackHistoryMonth2025

No child should have to grow up in temporary accommodation. Yet in June 172,420 children – a population higher than Oxford – were. This shocking new MHCLG data is why we're committed to working with the government to deliver the social homes needed to end this rising crisis.

Whilst we recognise the unique challenges to development in London, it is essential we do not water down our #AffordableHousing ambitions. We'll continue working with our members, London Gov, and the government to overcome these challenges whilst protecting delivery of affordable homes.

Climate advisers warn buildings should be prepared for a 2C rise in global temperature, following yesterday's shocking news that millions of homes face flooding. Beyond #FloodActionWeek, ending Friday, we're examining overheating and extreme weather as part of our drive for climate resilience.

Shocking findings published today, during Flood Action Week, show that millions of homes face devastating floods. We can't be complacent about the risk that extreme weather, due to climate change, has on our communities. 👉Find out how to prepare for flooding: www.gov.uk/prepare-for-...

What actions can we take before, during, and after a flood to keep our communities safe? For Flood Action Week, we spoke to @nottscommha.bsky.social who have been building on their own flood readiness. 👉They've shared how to develop a flood plan here: www.housing.org.uk/news-and-blo...

Frozen local housing allowance rates mean so few private rented homes are now affordable for people on housing benefit that renters must either live in overcrowded conditions or face poverty. We joined over 40 orgs to call on the government to unfreeze local housing allowance at the Autumn Budget👇

Today is the start of Flood Action Week, launched by the Environment Agency. Our Director writes for @insidehousing.bsky.social about why the sector must build on its track record of sustainability and ensure climate resilience is an ongoing priority. www.insidehousing.co.uk/comment/the-...

On #WorldHomelessnessDay and #WorldMentalHealthDay we're reflecting on Storm’s story. Supported housing is a lifeline for those who need support to live safe and happy lives. Gov't must commit to emergency funding at Autumn Budget to #SaveOurSupportedHousing. startsathome.org.uk/stories/stor...

Today is #WorldHomelessnessDay & #WorldMentalHealthDay – separate campaigns, but by no means separate issues.  Supported housing, which needs urgent funding, plays a vital role in helping break the cycle of poor mental health & homelessness. Read more👇 www.housing.org.uk/news-and-blo...

Flood Awareness Week begins on Monday. With the UK experiencing more frequent extreme weather, this campaign is an important opportunity for the sector to assess long-term flood risk, sign up for flood warnings and consider taking protective action. www.housing.org.uk/news-and-blo...

We are delighted to welcome Mel Barrett, Chief Executive of Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH), to our board. Mel's experience working at several LAs and leading largescale regen schemes will be an invaluable addition. https://orlo.uk/XRVi2

We’re pleased to see the Shared Ownership Code continuing to progress with an operator that will take the reins and ensure that it is implemented with rigour, to achieve the best outcomes for residents. We encourage all housing associations to sign up.

Today our CEO, Kate Henderson, has been taking part in important conversation at #ConservativePartyConference including: 1️⃣The social housing sector working to deliver safer, warmer & resilient homes. 2️⃣The Conservatives' vision for social & affordable homes. 3️⃣Planning for new homes.

The number of housing association homes built to EPC Band A has soared by 69% in one year. Social landlords are leading the charge in supplying energy efficient homes – 4.6% of rented housing association homes are at EPC A-B, the highest of any tenure. www.insidehousing.co.uk/insight/excl...

Today, on International Day Of Older Persons, we're recognising the vital role of older persons' housing which supports older residents to live independently. For Edna and Rashford, extra care housing meant they could continue growing old together safely👇 #StartsAtHome

It's been a busy, exciting day at the #LabourPartyConference – with our CEO, Kate Henderson, and Executive Director, Rhys Moore, contributing to The Labour Party's important discussions on the quality and economic power of social housing, and how it can combat the housing crisis.

The New Towns Taskforce recommendations show a strong commitment to affordable housing, a key step to solving the housing crisis. Our members are ready to work with local partners and the government in building new towns – creating sustainable homes and thriving mixed communities.

📢Around 6.3 million properties in England are currently at risk of flooding. Flood Action Week, 13-19 October, is an important opportunity to raise awareness of the risk of flooding and the steps that can be taken to prepare. 👉Join us: www.housing.org.uk/news-and-blo...

“We’re pleased to see the government continuing to progress these changes to streamline the use of CPO powers and to capture more of the value of land to put towards much-needed affordable housing delivery.” Our Head of Policy, Will Jeffwitz, comments in Inside Housing👇

This significant uptick in starts reflects our sector's commitment to building the affordable homes the country sorely needs. By working in partnership with the government on its ambitious plans, we can continue addressing the housing crisis whilst generating economic growth.

Spending by councils on #TemporaryAccommodation for #Homelessness has risen by almost a third in a year, with net spending hitting £1.44bn. Our members are committed to working with the government to deliver new, social rent homes, to put a stop to this crisis. www.standard.co.uk/news/politic...

A lack of supported housing is leaving many like Mark stuck in hospital for months, despite being ready to leave. 1 in 5 supported homes are at risk of closure due to funding cuts and increasing financial pressures, exasperating pressure on the NHS. The government must #SaveOurSupportedHousing.

New analysis from @smfthinktank.bsky.social finds a rollout of Housing First – providing permanent homes and support –would combat street homelessness and save taxpayers £200m a year. The government must use its homelessness strategy to fund #SupportedHousing and #HousingFirst to end homelessness.

We had a wonderful time at the annual #HousingCommunitySummit, with @cihhousing.bsky.social, in Liverpool. It was great to see the housing sector come together for two days of insightful debate and collaboration. A huge thank you to everyone that joined us there, and to all that made it possible.

"Behind every supported home is a person and a future worth investing in, which benefits us all. The government must act now to save our supported housing." Our Policy Lead, @suzannahyoung.bsky.social, writes for The Big Issue this #StartsAtHomeDay 👇 www.bigissue.com/opinion/supp...

Today, ‪The Mirror reports on our exclusive research that 1 in 10 homes for people with support needs are at imminent risk of closing. Urgent government intervention and funding to #SaveOurSupportedHousing is vital. www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic... #StartsAtHome

Today is #StartsAtHomeDay. Each year, we come together to shine a spotlight on the positive impact that #SupportedHousing has on its residents. But, these support services face a crisis. We're calling on the government to urgently #SaveOurSupportedHousing. Here's how👇

⏰ At our next Supported Housing Network webinar, we’ll be joined by @natfednews.bsky.social to discuss the #StartsAtHome campaign. Speakers include Suzannah Young and Katie Miller from NHF. 📅 Open to all – to join, please email: [email protected] #SupportedHousing #HomesNotCuts

"It makes me feel as if someone’s listening because the world can be quite a quiet place." Montana's story from Hightown Housing Association is exactly why we're calling on the government to #SaveOurSupportedHousing this #StartsAtHome day, tomorrow 29 August. startsathome.org.uk/stories/mont...

Energy bills are set to rise to again to an average of £1,755. Housing associations are at the forefront of efforts to tackle fuel poverty. But, they need a clear funding roadmap as part of the government's forthcoming Warm Homes Plan. Read more here: www.housing.org.uk/news-and-blo...

Last year #SupportedHousing shortages cost the NHS £56m in delayed discharges from mental health hospitals This #StartsAtHome Day we support @local.gov.uk's calls for the government to invest in supported housing – protecting the safety & security of thousands of people & easing pressure on the NHS

The supported housing and support workers at Derventio Housing Trust provided stability and security for the first time in Hollie's life, helping her get back on her feet. We must #SaveOurSupportedHousing. Read Hollie's full story here: startsathome.org.uk/stories/holl... #StartsAtHome

Without properly funded supported housing, hospital backlogs will get longer and people with complex support needs will be at far greater risk of homelessness. The government must urgently #SaveOurSupportedHousing. 👉Join the call on #StartsAtHome Day: startsathome.org.uk/get-involved/

Supported housing helps half a million people with support needs to live independently, relieving pressure on public serves and reducing #homelessness. Join #StartsAtHomeDay, on 29 August, to call on the government to #SaveOurSupportedHousing: startsathome.org.uk

Supported housing is a lifeline for those who need support to live a safe and happy life. The government must commit to long-term funding at the Autumn Budget to save this national resource. 👉Join the call to #SaveOurSupportedHousing: startsathome.org.uk/get-involved/ #StartsAtHome

It is shocking and unacceptable that so many people across the country are left waiting years for an accessible home, forced to live in unsuitable housing. We are committed to working with the government to deliver the affordable, accessible homes that are urgently needed.

Homes for people with support needs are closing up and down the country. This #StartsAtHomeDay – 29 Aug – we're showcasing the importance of supported housing and calling on the government for urgent funding to #SaveOurSupportedHousing. 👉Join us: startsathome.org.uk/get-involved/

📢We're looking for a new Risk and Compliance Manager 👉Salary: £31k - £38k 👉Location: London or Bristol 👉Deadline: 7 September Apply now: www.jobtrain.co.uk/nhf/Job/JobD...

A home is the foundation of a healthy, safe and happy life. #StartsAtHome on 29 August is a chance to celebrate supported housing, and highlight the crisis facing a sector helping thousands to live independently. Find out how to help save supported housing: startsathome.org.uk/get-involved/