{"id":13311,"date":"2026-09-23T11:53:57","date_gmt":"2026-09-23T11:53:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/?p=13311"},"modified":"2026-09-23T11:53:57","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T11:53:57","slug":"wednesday-23-09-2026-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/daily-news\/wednesday-23-09-2026-news\/","title":{"rendered":"Wednesday: 23\/09\/2026 \/ News"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Daily News: 23\/09\/2026<\/h6>\n
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Your daily round-up of key housing news, funding, partnerships and policy updates across the UK.<\/div>\n <\/div><\/span><\/h6>\n

Lewisham Council is procuring five housing works lots worth \u00a383m over five years, covering repairs, voids, damp and mould, disrepair, and complex\/cyclical works, including windows, doors, roofing and refurbishment.<\/span> Lewisham London Borough<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

CHIC has launched its Consultancy Framework 2026\u20132030, appointing 146 consultants across 13 specialist lots covering areas including fire safety, MEP, surveying, asset management, building safety and project management, with access through mini competitions or direct awards.<\/span> Housing Executive<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

The government is investing \u00a390m in new and upgraded heat networks, supporting more than 750,000 homes. Projects include \u00a341m for a London scheme, \u00a313.3m to upgrade 76 networks, and \u00a39.7m for Bradford.<\/span> GOV.UK<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Magenta Living has appointed RPS Group to deliver a \u00a34.7m retrofit programme across 600 homes on the Wirral, including 550 solar PV systems, 400+ loft insulation upgrades, 25 air source heat pumps and fabric improvements.<\/span> Housing Executive<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Stonewater is replacing gas heating with ground source heat pumps at its Abbey Lodge retirement scheme in Nottingham, working with Kensa. Travis Perkins Managed Services has joined CHIC\u2019s Merchants and Materials Framework through to 2036. Wrexham Council has appointed Garvey Demolition for the Springfield demolition, ahead of a major social housing redevelopment. Hill Partnerships has secured a \u00a3219.1m contract from Maidstone Borough Council for 103 homes, while Esh Construction has won a \u00a32.5m energy-efficiency contract covering 82 Gateshead homes. Procast Group has also completed a \u00a32.5m RAAC remediation and refurbishment project at Ravenswood Primary School in Cumbernauld.<\/span> Housing Digital<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> The Construction Index<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> Wrexham County Borough Council<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> Construction News (register),<\/span><\/a> Esh Group<\/span><\/a>, and<\/span> Scottish Construction Now<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Leeds City Council\u2019s programme to deliver new council housing across the city has passed the 1,000-home milestone, marking significant progress in its housing development programme. Sheffield Housing Company has started work on 41 new council homes in Shirecliffe, through its joint venture between Sheffield City Council, Keepmoat and Great Places Housing Group.<\/span> Leeds City Council<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> The Construction Index<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

WSP has withdrawn its attempted \u00a33.8bn takeover of Arcadis after failing to secure support from the Dutch engineering group\u2019s board.<\/span> Construction Enquirer<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Onward Homes completed 355 homes in the year to March, below its build target, while increasing its housing stock through acquisitions. Yorkshire Housing reported \u00a3173m turnover, an 18% operating margin and \u00a334.7m operating surplus in 2025\/26. Winchester City Council ended the year with a \u00a32.262m HRA deficit and approved revised spending on homes and major works. Nottingham City Council is investing \u00a33.1m in home adaptations, including stair lifts, through-floor lifts and hoists.<\/span> Housing Today (register)<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> Investegate<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> Hampshire Chronicle<\/span><\/a>, and<\/span> Dispatch<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

The Welsh Government has published its 2026 regulatory judgement for Barcud Cyf following an assessment under the 2025 Regulatory Framework for Welsh Registered Social Landlords. An Audit Wales report found that housing adaptation waiting times in Rhondda Cynon Taf have improved but remain lengthy, with some residents waiting up to nine months.<\/span> Welsh Government<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> Wales Online<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

CBRE\u2019s investment arm has completed registration of a for-profit housing provider. Six councils across Berkshire are considering joining forces to deliver more affordable and social housing, amid concerns about house prices and housing supply.<\/span> Housing Today (register)<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> Maidenhead Advertiser<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

A family in a Coatbridge council home is facing mould and rotten floorboards, with concerns the flooring could collapse. Peabody residents in Acton have reported worsening loose brickwork, cracking and structural issues, while elderly residents in Sutton Coldfield face potential repair costs after a water leak outside their homes.<\/span> Glasgow Times<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> Ealing.News<\/span><\/a>, and<\/span> BBC<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Norfolk County Council has paused plans for 446 homes and a 70-bed care home at Hopton-on-Sea for further review following opposition from residents, the parish council and an MP. A housebuilder has secured permission for 142 homes in Weston-super-Mare, including 67 under Persimmon\u2019s Signature banner. Plans have also been submitted for 161 homes at the Utilita Bowl in Eastleigh, after an earlier 172-home scheme was refused.<\/span> Eastern Daily Press<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> BBC<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> Insider Media<\/span><\/a>, and<\/span> Daily Echo<\/span><\/a> \n

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