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Read the latest housing sector news, blogs, and commentary from ARK.

“3 Perspectives” to assure RSL Financial Planning and Resilience

By Kirsty Wells · 16 December 2025

We have launched our new innovative service designed specifically for Scottish Registered Social Landlords (RSLs) – 3 Perspectives. We provide …

RSH Sector Risk Profile 2025

Good governance – getting it right in changing times

By Léann Hearne · 1 December 2025

Anyone that is either on a Board or working with a Board right now in housing, is likely feeling the …

Good social housing governance. ARK Consultancy.

What Does Good Governance Look – and Feel – Like in Social Housing Today?

By Léann Hearne · 23 October 2025

The landscape for housing providers has shifted dramatically. We can all see, hear and feel it. Boards and executives are navigating …

The ARK Annual Review | 2024-25

By John Paterson · 13 October 2025

Ed Miliband announced further details of the Labour Government’s Warm Homes Plan. Key changes include rebranding the SHDF to the …

Avoiding or Overcoming RSH Failures: How Landlords Can Respond

By Paul O’Callaghan · 9 October 2025

The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) introduced its new Consumer Standards in April 2024. The standards apply fully to housing …

Igniting Culture Change in Housing Professionals webinar ARK Consultancy

Igniting Culture Change in Housing Professionals Webinar

By Pete Evans · 2 October 2025

Our recent webinar explored how housing providers can improve organisational culture and staff attitudes towards tenants. Featuring insights from sector …

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Awaab’s Law: A Broader Legislative Shift

By David Guy · 16 July 2025

The publication of draft guidance for the Hazards in Social Housing (Prescribed Requirements) (England) Regulations 2025 confirms that Awaab’s Law …

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Are You Ready for the New Decent Homes Standard?

By David Guy · 15 July 2025

The Government has launched a bold consultation on a new Decent Homes Standard that will apply across social and private …

The Competence and Conduct Standard: ARK’s Culture Solutions

By Kirsty Wells · 2 July 2025

ARK Consultancy supports the UK government’s announcement of the Competence and Conduct Standard for social housing, emphasizing that professional qualifications …

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