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landlord and council help single mother to become chimney sweep

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News | March 2023

‘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 news, Community, cost of living, Environmental, values | March 2023

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.

believe housing news | March 2023

£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.

News | March 2023

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

Brandon, New builds, News | February 2023

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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News | February 2023

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. 

Community, News | February 2023

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.

News | February 2023

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

customer voices, News | February 2023

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.

Community, News | February 2023

new round of large grants for community projects

Up to £90,000 in grants is now up for grabs when believe housing opens the next round of its community investment programme for applications.

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News | February 2023

make your house a home

We have made it easier for customers to understand what home improvements you can make, and when you need our permission before starting work.

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News | February 2023

National Apprenticeship Week 2023: skills for life

This week (Monday, 6 to Sunday, 12 February) is National Apprenticeship Week, and this year’s theme is ‘Skills for Life’.