News & Insights
Read the latest housing sector news, blogs, and commentary from ARK.
Asset Management: Playing Your Best Hand in a Challenging Housing Landscape
At the 2025 CHIC Conference, ARK’s asset management roundtable brought sector leaders together to tackle housing challenges head-on. Discover why …
Repairing Trust in Social Housing: Reflections on the Housing Ombudsman’s Latest Report
The Housing Ombudsman’s latest report shows a 474% rise in repair complaints since 2019. We reflects on what this means …
The 2025 ASCP Conference, Exhibition and Awards
Luke Bear, Assistant Director at ARK Consultancy reflects on the key insights from the 2025 ASCP Conference, Exhibition and Awards, …
How Housing Providers are using ARK’s Strategic Asset Performance (ASAP) Model
ARK’s Strategic Asset Performance (ASAP) Model supports housing providers in making data-led investment decisions, improving void management, and ensuring long-term …
The Scottish Government’s response to the Grenfell Inquiry: what it means for Scotland’s housing sector
The Scottish Government has outlined new fire safety measures following the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, including a Compliance Plan Manager role …
Our case study with Valleys to Coast Housing
ARK worked with Valleys to Coast to enhance housing services, tackle repairs efficiently, and improve customer satisfaction. We decided to …
The Rising Cost of Housing Repairs and Maintenance: Are You Spending Efficiently?
The Inside Housing Repairs Tracker 2025 reveals record spending on repairs. How can housing providers manage costs effectively? Benchmarking holds …
ARK are looking to work with Associates in Scottish Housing
We are actively seeking passionate and qualified Associates to join our dynamic team. If you are based in Scotland and …
EPC C by 2030: The Clock is Ticking
The UK government has set a major challenge: all social housing must have an EPC rating of C or above …
Subscribe to our newsletters for the latest industry insights
Our newsletters and reports will keep you updated on topical issues from the sector as well as what’s happening at ARK.