Posted 26.01.17
Home Group: Article link
A pilot scheme designed to improve efficiency in the affordable housing sector has received backing from industry leaders.
The Sector Scorecard has been launched (25.01.17) and aims to create an agreed set of metrics upon which housing providers can compare their performances and ensure they are providing value for money for their customers.
The scheme has received the backing of Housing Minister Gavin Barwell and National Housing Federation chief executive David Orr.
The Sector Scorecard will measure 15 indicators across five general areas focusing on: business health, development, outcomes delivered, effective asset management and operating efficiencies.
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Posted 16.01.17
Building and Social Housing Foundation (BSHF): Article link
The World Habitat Awards were established in 1985 by the BSHF as part of its contribution to the United Nations International Year of Shelter for the Homeless.
BSHF runs the Awards in partnership with UN-Habitat and this brings clear benefits for the winners. As well as this high profile, international recognition for their innovative practices, winning projects also receive a cash prize of £10,000 and a trophy.
Housing projects which demonstrate practical, innovative and sustainable solutions to current housing needs are invited to submit their entries via the above link. Entries must be received by 1st March 2017.