We have been successful in being awarded some funding from the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) to educate staff and landlords as well as tenants about what is expected of a private rented property, and undertake enforcement action where required using our intelligence-led approach to target the very worst properties. I welcome the insight an independent panel will bring, taking time to engage with residents, communities, partners, and staff to understand where improvements are needed and to make recommendations to the sector that will fix what is wrong and develop greater trust between landlords and tenants. Their time in Atkinson allows the staff and other professionals to develop a comprehensive understanding of the young people’s needs and following the trauma recovery model reintroduces a sense of safety, structure and routine in the context of warm, nurturing and trusting relationships. I’m pleased that inspectors saw the supportive relationships that the children have with our excellent staff. The launch of our 2022/23 Annual Report is a good opportunity to reflect on the last year and confirm our plans and priorities moving forward.

Under the current regulations, all rental properties should be at a minimum E rating on the energy performance certificate (EPC). The cost of living crisis is affecting many people across the city. The price of energy, food and transport is rising and you may find it more difficult to make ends meet. Properties rated F or G can cost 3 times as much to heat than higher rated properties and are often occupied by low income families suffering from other vulnerabilities. The healthcare team has continued to provide safe care to the children throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.” Mnara Health is a Care Quality Commission regulated service that provides person-centred home care services to people in their own homes. We are based in Surrey and are proud to support members of our local community and a wider range across the United Kingdom.For example, “children contribute to the development of their menus and there is a good variety (of meals) on offer. Inspectors noted positive relationships between the chefs and the children.” Staff are resilient and nurturing when children are distressed.” They “provide compassionate care and identify and support children’s potential and aspirations.” The registered manager ensures she gathers clear information and puts measures in place to manage risks before children move in, to ensure they can safely live with one another. This enables So far we have have written twice to the owners of over 300 properties about actions that are needed in F and G rated properties – the very worst and non-compliant properties which our analysis shows are in every council ward. Kate Henderson, Chief Executive of the National Housing Federation, says: “Everyone should expect a safe, secure, good quality, and affordable home.

The Panel will consider wider factors affecting social housing and consider how these issues may have impacted on quality. Scrutiny from the media and social media, in the last 12 months - including the ITV News investigation and campaigners such as Kwajo Tweneboa - has shown this hasn’t been the case. Unfortunately, a proportion of these homes are poorly managed and as a result are in poor condition which, in turn, impacts on the health and well-being of the occupiers.

We’re responsible for the home, and Helen Bowkett is the home’s Manager. We’re pleased overall with the assessment.

So whether it is the recent COP26 agenda, helping to deliver council objectives or simply making living conditions better for our residents and reduce their energy bills, the project comes at the best time. features. Select how you want Well Pharmacy to use your data or find out further information in our There is work still to do – we do not rest on our laurels – and the recommendations in this report are already being written into our practice within the home.We know most people have a good experience in their housing association home, but we have clearly seen that this has not been the case for every housing association resident and that is simply not acceptable. Mealtimes are always best when shared with family and friends. Here at Atfield House our Chefs like to make each and every meal-time an enjoyable experience for residents.