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How Housing Providers are using ARK’s Strategic Asset Performance (ASAP) Model

By Danny Trueman · 28 April 2025

ARK’s Strategic Asset Performance (ASAP) Model supports housing providers in making data-led investment decisions, improving void management, and ensuring long-term …

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The Scottish Government’s response to the Grenfell Inquiry: what it means for Scotland’s housing sector

By Kirsty Wells · 27 March 2025

The Scottish Government has outlined new fire safety measures following the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, including a Compliance Plan Manager role …

ARK Director Kieran Colgan taking part in filming at Valleys to Coast

Our case study with Valleys to Coast Housing

By Pete Evans · 24 March 2025

ARK worked with Valleys to Coast to enhance housing services, tackle repairs efficiently, and improve customer satisfaction. We decided to …

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The Rising Cost of Housing Repairs and Maintenance: Are You Spending Efficiently?

By Luke Beard · 26 February 2025

The Inside Housing Repairs Tracker 2025 reveals record spending on repairs. How can housing providers manage costs effectively? Benchmarking holds …

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ARK are looking to work with Associates in Scottish Housing

By Kirsty Wells · 11 February 2025

We are actively seeking passionate and qualified Associates to join our dynamic team. If you are based in Scotland and …

Stopwatch with EPC Certificates in the background. The stopwatch says 2030

EPC C by 2030: The Clock is Ticking

By Luke Beard · 6 February 2025

The UK government has set a major challenge: all social housing must have an EPC rating of C or above …

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Helping Housing Associations Navigate Strategic Risks in 2025

By Helen Scurr · 23 January 2025

This article discusses the key risks facing housing associations in 2025, as revealed by Inside Housing’s 2025 Risk Register survey. …

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Why Intelligent Housing Data is Critical in 2025 and Beyond

By Leon Storer · 21 January 2025

Simply collecting and storing data isn’t enough, it’s how you use it that truly matters. Many organisations face challenges in …

Labours Warm Homes Plan

Warm Homes Fund Wave 3: Data is Crucial

By Luke Beard · 15 January 2025

Data is key to successful delivery under Wave 3 of the Warm Homes Fund. From understanding bid data to engaging …

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