A First World War compass owned by the son of Cardiff shipping magnate, Liberal Party MP and High Sheriff of Monmouthshire Sir William Henry Seager (1862-1941) has finally been returned…
Former Worcester warehouses converted to almshouses The Almshouse Association was delighted to be represented at Worcester Municipal Charities on 13th January for the official opening of four splendid flats that…
…a block of flats on Peach Street for older, vulnerable people who are unable to buy or afford rental properties in Wokingham. While plough repairs may no longer be a…
…almshouses can be traced all the way back to medieval times, when religious orders were responsible for cared for the poor. Originally known as ‘bede houses’, the oldest almshouse foundation…
…at this stage, the changes will eventually allow us to offer online event booking, accept membership and event payments online, and any changes members make to their web profile will…
The Almshouse Association has just been advised by Utility Aid of the VSCE Energy Scheme which will help voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations (VCSEs) across England to deliver more…
…one-to-one support is only part of the story; behind the scenes the team works tirelessly with partners and Government to ensure almshouses are recognised in policy and the charity model…
…governance. If it is not possible for you to hold a meeting online or by telephone, you may wish to postpone or cancel the meeting. You should check your governing…
Thrilled to see almshouses in the national press this week. ( 14th Oct 19). The article was also posted online, making almshouses worldwide news. It feels good to be able…
…is that as a House of Lords enquiry (Ready for Ageing?) reported in 2013, we are still largely ‘unprepared’, as final report put it, for an ageing population. You will…
…Deed states that the gifts should be used to help ‘poor residents’ and since the funds are limited, we ask that member charities that can afford to buy a gift…
…unless otherwise stated are from YouGov Plc. Total sample size was 2001 adults. Fieldwork was undertaken between18-19th November 2020. The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted…
…two of the almshouses, following the demolition of two outbuildings. The works took approximately 12 months. Despite the delaying effects of the pandemic, No.1 was complete and occupied from January…
…at the events, alongside Tina Swani, Chief Executive of the Trust, and trustee Ammo Singh. Pamela Johnston MBE JP (Almshouse Manager), Tina Swani MBA FCIM (Chief Executive of the Sutton Coldfield…
The Hospital of St John the Evangelist and of St Anne in Okeham is believed to be the oldest charity in the county of Rutland, having been established for the…
…Business School report. Almshouses provide affordable community housing for local people in housing need. They are generally designed around a courtyard to provide a ‘community spirit’, that is synonymous with…
…John’s works with. Within the Abbey, over 600 guests gathered for a Service of Celebration that paid tribute to the history and impactful legacy of St John’s Foundation over the…
…actions we can, to help victims of this terrible conflict.” The trips have been organised by Ina, who is from Ukraine and works at St John’s and lives in Southampton….
…when we post updates on the website in ‘Latest News’ and ‘Current Issues’, sometimes the current online manuals lag behind the update. Please accept our apologies if you find this…
…the city. Community The resident support model for the almshouse is integral to the physical environment and place. The team works closely with the Appleby Blue Centre Manager to create…
…posting online. Our guidance will help charities to navigate their use of social media with greater confidence and will support the Commission to regulate this high profile and fast paced…
…Housing Decarbonisation Fund. The fund seeks to help raise the energy standards of social housing as part of the government’s plans to reach Net Zero. The fund provides a good…
…number of new homes built. – 21,600 social homes were either sold or demolished in 2021/22, while only 7,500 new homes were built leading to a net loss of 14,100 homes. – In the last decade, there has been a total net loss…
…few years, in part due to spending previously delayed by COVID-19 restrictions alongside planned remedial safety works and energy efficiency improvements to existing stock. WMC income and arrears. WMC income…
…Essex Life magazine and online on 29th June 2022, Denise explores the almshouses dotted around Essex, finds out more about the long history of almshouses and who lives in them…
…the Charity Responsibility for certain health and safety and fire safety procedures and records Be alert to potential Safeguarding cases working with the Clerk, and raise online safeguarding reports to…
…developers (Section 106), some developers are using a fall in property values as a way of opting out of supplying their affordable housing levy! This is a real concern as…
…Commission of these changes. Wherever possible, it is still hoped that members will be able to submit their annual returns online. However, if Trustees have an imminent deadline and…
…left £100 to buy land for their longer term benefit. Visit https://hamunitedcharities.org.uk/400th-anniversary/ to find out more. Following this, HRH visited two residents’ homes and walked through the award winning gardens…
35 mins | CPD accredited |IOSH approved This online Risk Assessment training is designed to help organisations comply with Health and Safety regulations, as well as learn to and carry out structured risk…
…going to deteriorate. It’s also probably important to say that without improving our homes to make them more energy efficient, we’re never going to reach the government’s net zero target.”…
Briefing Note to Regulated Housing Providers – Confidence and Conduct Standard for Social Housing – Qualification requirement Dear Members You will have seen the announcement of a new consultation regarding…
…selecting licensing works for local communities and charitable organisations. Lord Bourne of Aberystwyth On 21st May 2019– Met with Heather Wheeler MP (Minister for Housing and Homelessness to discuss the…
…– 3rd Jan 2020 The Telegraph – 4th Jan 2020 The Mail online – 6th Jan 2020 The Telegraph Letters Page – 6th Jan 2020 Note: The Association does not…
…health charity Mind, sets out six things we can all do to make everyone who works in housing more aware and supportive of other people’s mental health issues – and…
…for charities: DCMS has launched a new online portal, aimed at strengthening its support to charities handling safeguarding concerns or allegations. The portal offers a step by step guide to help…
…the exemption from Right to Buy which almshouses benefit from. The full Government announcement can be found here. Flood Grant Extension – The Government has announced an extension of the…
…applications. It also gives advice on works which may or may not need listed building consent, depending on how the works are proposed to be carried out. The Association is…
…who can demonstrate that the contractor will start work on cladding remediation by 31 March next year Online forms must be completed by 31 December 2020 to be considered Trustees…
…outlines the government’s plans to reach net zero by 2050. This includes: Funding from April 2022 for heat pumps through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme Phasing out new natural gas boilers…
…online or by telephone Reporting serious incidents to the Charity Commission Keeping people safe It is also worth noting that the Charity Commission’s contact centre remains open Mon – Fri,…
…groups will need to complete an eligibility checker on the Community Led Homes website. If eligible, groups will be emailed an online grant application form. Wales A new standard for…
…this consultation can be sent via the online link (https://consult.levellingup.gov.uk/planning-development-management/permitted-development-rights-consultation) or via email to PDRconsultationsummer2023@levellingup.gov.uk Please note that local planning authorities have the right to withdraw Permitted Development Rights and…
…questions and comfort breaks. The interview can be in person or online and will include questions on: personal experiences of loneliness role of technology in measuring loneliness preferences for data…
…applicants including registered charities that own social housing. Visit: https://www.salixfinance.co.uk/schemes/social-housing-decarbonisation-fund-wave-22 This builds on the £778m in Wave 2.1., but the Government did not choose to release the full £3.8bn Social Housing…
…spread the cost of a TV licence, these include monthly or quarterly direct debits, or a TV Licensing payment card (which enables customers to pay weekly, fortnightly or monthly online,…
…from HMRC between 10 and 19 November 2023 Click here for link to full details Net Zero by 2050 PM recommits UK to Net Zero by 2050 and pledges a “fairer” path…
The Almshouse Association regularly posts a news summary of the latest Policy and Governance legislation that could impact / requires action from our member charities, with links to further information…
…This funding will be vital in helping housing associations to continue making progress towards their individual net zero targets and will contribute to the government’s ability to meet their legally…
…on your commercial electricity supply, used for communal areas (lighting, lifts, security doors, etc.), these savings also need to be passed through to customers. In these cases where you are…