The 2012 edition of this critically acclaimed Diary/Directory resource looks at ‘the new social housing landscape’ with an important and well judged article on how housing providers can continue to provide the support hard-pressed communities need both in the supply of new homes and good quality services.

The essential social housing information contained in the diary has been thoroughly updated and continues to be the main reason why those at every level in the sector ensure they have their copy ready at hand for the start of each year.

The Social Housing Directory contents for 2012 include:
 

Information section:
   

Introduction
The new social housing landscape – how can housing providers supply new housing and good quality services in this time of stringent cuts. Article includes sections on developing new homes, flexible tenancies, waiting lists and the private rented sector, homelessness, supporting people, welfare reform, council house funding reform, management options, regulation, tenant scrutiny, planning, value for money and much more
Tackling anti-social behaviour – the government’s reforms and key issues for social landlords
Affordable home ownership
The Decent Homes Targets
Education Training
Housing Facts and Figures
Law summaries of legislation relevant to Housing
Welfare/Financial Benefits – quick reference guides for Housing benefit and the other State benefits
Homelessness - a guide to eligibility
 
Listings section:
   

List of all local authorities with housing responsibilities, showing full addresses and contact details and details of devolved responsibilities to Stock Transfers, ALMOS or RSL

List of larger Housing Associations and Groups with telephone, fax and email addresses
List of National Housing Federations in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
National and regional contacts for Central and devolved UK government, Goverment-Related Organisations and other bodies
Professional and Trade Bodies and Trade Unions
Political Parties, International Contacts, Voluntary, Campaign and Special Interest groups
Trade journals and magazines
Consultants and relevant Commercial Organisations
Guide to Training and Qualifications in Housing

For information regarding the style and content of the Diary section of this Directory please refer to our calendar diary page

Social Housing Diaries available for 2012
Diary I – A5 Week to View, with Social Housing Directory

Please click on the picture to see a larger, more detailed version.