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Read the latest housing sector news, blogs, and commentary from ARK.
Going Beyond Compliance: Why Written Summaries for Emergency Repairs Make Sense
The introduction of Awaab’s Law is reshaping expectations of how landlords respond to hazards in social housing. A central requirement …
Property Data: Why Housing Providers Can’t Afford to Get It Wrong
Nearly three-quarters of the lowest RSH regulatory gradings are linked to poor stock data understanding. Discover how housing providers can …
Awaab’s Law: A Broader Legislative Shift
The publication of draft guidance for the Hazards in Social Housing (Prescribed Requirements) (England) Regulations 2025 confirms that Awaab’s Law …
Are You Ready for the New Decent Homes Standard?
The Government has launched a bold consultation on a new Decent Homes Standard that will apply across social and private …
New Electrical Safety Regulations for Social Housing: What You Need to Know
In a decisive move to improve safety standards across England’s social housing, the UK Government has announced new regulations that …
Are You Unknowingly Operating as an Energy Company?
As the UK accelerates toward net zero, heat networks have emerged as critical infrastructure for sustainable heating. However, for many …
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 Beard, Assistant Director at ARK Consultancy reflects on the key insights from the 2025 ASCP Conference, Exhibition and Awards, …
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