News - Page 10

Keep up to date with all the latest news and events in your community.

why we’re surveying thousands of homes

You may have had a letter from us saying we’d like to complete a survey of your home.

first trainees start programme to increase board diversity

Five people with a range of life skills and experiences have started an exciting new development programme with believe housing, which could turn them into board members of the future.

farnham road – demolition

believe housing has decided to demolish homes that were built as temporary accommodation back in the 1960s. 

‘fire in my belly has never gone out’, says housing exec ahead of retirement 

A housing executive who has worked to improve living standards and opportunities in north-east England for more than 40 years will retire this month. 

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believe housing’s day of action to help customers and tidy estate

believe housing employees took part in a community action day to help residents and tidy up areas of West Rainton.

£1m – the cost of tenants missing vital safety appointments

County Durham-based believe housing reveals a quarter of all appointments for compliance visits are missed by tenants, costing £1m a year which could be spent on new kitchens, bathrooms and boilers.

Housing Employment Network North East (HENNE) launches new brand

A north east employment partnership created by a group of 13 regional housing providers, to deliver a coordinated strategic approach to employability, is excited to announce the launch of its al

first look at new homes proposed for Durham

Stunning images have been unveiled showing how more than 100 new homes proposed for a County Durham community could look.

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paid placements break down barriers to work 

Two paid work placements have been created by believe housing, and they are offered exclusively to customers of the housing association. 

Small grants ready to make a big difference now

Grants of up to £1000 are available now for not-for-profit organisations across County Durham.

New employability drop-in sessions

Whether you are looking for your first job, thinking of returning to work after a break, or are looking to create a pathway towards training, come along and chat the believe housing's Employability Te

believe housing recruiting for customer voices group

believe housing is looking for customers who want to help shape homes and services in their area to join the believe housing customer voices panel.