{"id":8803,"date":"2025-09-16T12:16:41","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T12:16:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/?p=8803"},"modified":"2025-09-16T12:16:41","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T12:16:41","slug":"sept-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/monthly-briefing\/sept-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Sept 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Are you sitting comfortably? Then I\u2019ll begin.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Alright la. Our kid and I had a sound time up in Liverpool at the Housing Community Summit, it was boss. I lived there for 3 years from 97\u201100 in one of the \u2018Bread\u2019 streets. It\u2019s where I sat at a computer for the first time in my life \u2013 up until then I had been a scuba diver, and we had no use for chairs.
\nPeople asked me, post event, if it was \u2018good\/worthwhile\u2019 and that\u2019s a no brainer. I\u2019m in a very fortunate position that I don\u2019t need to talk about work. I chat about life, love, hopes, ambitions & dreams \u2013 basically retirement. For me it\u2019s a 2-day break to chat with people I enjoy spending time with, so thank you for that.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
What I did hear is that some companies are paying \u00a310K a month for \u2018AI\u2019 bid software, please don\u2019t. Ours does exactly the same thing (if not better as we know your business), and it\u2019s free with your licence. On that note, please stop sharing licences and asking for discount, we haven\u2019t put our prices up for over 2 years and in the last six months alone we have made all the changes for the Procurement Act 2023 (our competitors haven\u2019t) and added an AI Bid Assistant<\/a> (our competitors haven\u2019t).
\nI\u2019m trying to buy a house in London for gawd sakes, give a man a break.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
When the team told me what we had in store for you this month, I got giddy with excitement.
\nSo let me hear you scream: \u201cDo you want the first HA Financial Return stats of the year?\u201d
\nHell yes, Gaz!
\n\u201cAnd do you want the latest EPC stats for Q2?\u201d
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Well, let\u2019s throw caution to the wind, let the chips fall where they may, and get this repairs, maintenance & construction in Social Housing with additional bits and bobs, show on the road.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Social Housing EPC Analysis<\/a>
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The Regulator of Social Housing issued judgements for seven landlords: Arun District Council<\/strong> was rated C4 for serious consumer failings; L&Q<\/strong> and Saxon Weald<\/strong> were downgraded to G2; Citizen<\/strong> (C1\/G1\/V2), Hexagon Housing Association (C2\/G2\/V2), Kensington and Chelsea London Borough<\/strong> (C3), and Stonewater<\/strong> (C2\/G1\/V2) also received updated ratings. Source: GOV.UK<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Riverside <\/strong>secures \u00a3250m for estate improvements. Source: Place North West<\/a>. Sovereign Network Group<\/strong> has raised \u00a3250m through sustainability bonds under its EMTN programme and secured a \u00a3100m loan from Lloyds to fund large-scale retrofits. Source: Sovereign Network Group<\/a>, Sovereign Network Group<\/a>. Glasgow City Council<\/strong> to allocate \u00a3115m for new social and affordable homes in 2025\/26. Source: Glasgow City Council<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bury Metropolitan Borough Council <\/strong>calls time on social housing subsidiary Six Town Housing after strategic review highlights high commercial and regulatory risks. Source: Place North West<\/a>. Norwich City Council <\/strong>agrees to liquidate Lion Homes <\/strong>after losses and poor performance tracking. Source: BBC<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
From 15 September 2025, Pennington Choices became part of Mears Group to support its best\u2011in\u2011class compliance strategy. Source: Pennington Choices Ltd<\/a>. Genuit Group buys ventilation firm Monodraught for \u00a356m. Source: Construction Enquirer<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ardmore Construction Ltd enters administration over fire safety remediation claims. Source: Construction Enquirer<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The government names six sites to receive New Homes Accelerator support, speeding up delivery of 36,000 homes so far. Source: Housing Today<\/a>. Homes England and Vistry Group sign long-term joint venture Hestia with \u00a3150m investment to deliver mixed-tenure communities. Source: GOV.UK<\/a>. Lambeth Council<\/strong> agrees a \u00a3250m housing partnership with Vistry to deliver 500+ homes, at least 50% affordable. Source: Housing Today<\/a>. \u00a3120m regeneration boost approved to transform Newcastle’s last major brownfield site into up to 2,500 homes at Forth Yards. Source: GOV.UK<\/a>. \u00a3120m partnership to deliver 440-home scheme in Trafford. Source: TheBusinessDesk.com<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Chelmsford City Council<\/strong> seeks developers for \u00a3250m residential-led regeneration on former industrial land. Source: The Construction Index<\/a>. Lewisham Council<\/strong> seeks long-term Strategic Partner to deliver up to \u00a31.85bn residential-led development programme. Source: Lewisham London Borough<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
As of mid-2025, the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund delivered 87,700 measures across 43,200 households. Source: GOV.UK<\/a>. The Green Homes Grant LAD and HUG 2 installed 21,900 measures across 11,800 households. Source: GOV.UK<\/a>. ECO has delivered 4.3m measures to 2.6m households. Source: GOV.UK<\/a>. Nearly 40m smart meters are installed, 36m in smart mode. Source: GOV.UK<\/a>. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme received 91,232 vouchers, 97% for heat pumps. Source: GOV.UK<\/a>. Government\u2011supported heat pump installations fell 10% to 11,001 in Q2 2025. Source: GOV.UK<\/a>. GBIS installed 90,900 measures in 71,000 households. Source: GOV.UK<\/a>. Over 5,200 buildings with unsafe cladding are being remediated. Source: GOV.UK<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
In July 2025, UK housing project starts rose 24% year-on-year, while main contract awards and detailed planning approvals fell 38% and 47% respectively. Source: Construction News<\/a>. BCIS reports construction rate increases by 5% in Q2 2025. Source: BCIS<\/a>. Use of AI in construction projects has jumped from 15% to 75% in two years. Source: PBC Today<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Since the start of the Right to Buy scheme in 1980, over 2,036,848 homes have been sold to tenants in England. Source: GOV.UK<\/a>. Nearly 28,000 affordable homes have been lost due to permitted development rights. Source: Local Government Association<\/a>. Social landlords have sharply increased the percentage of complaints resolved on time, driven by regulatory pressure. Source: Housing Today<\/a>. Disabled people at risk of homelessness are rising due to a lack of suitable homes. Source: Sky News<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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For this year’s financial review we have compiled, standardised, and analysed the financial statements of 98 Housing Associations to present clear, evidence-based insights. This year’s review highlights how core financial indicators are evolving, from turnover and surpluses to investment levels and debt positions, capturing the shifts shaping sector performance.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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High\u2011value frameworks and regeneration schemes shape the UK social housing pipeline this month.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Setting the pace, the PIN \u2013 Southern Construction Framework 6 (SCF6)<\/a> from Devon County Council <\/strong>with Hampshire County Council<\/strong> flags a \u00a34.5bn, 48-month re-procurement from May 2027, covering projects above \u00a31m across London, South East and South West with expanded public\u2011sector access and lotting by geography and value.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Accelerating decarbonisation, Retrofit, Insulation and Associated Works \u2011 EEM0046<\/a> by Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM)<\/strong> is a \u00a31.03bn, 48\u2011month framework spanning England and Wales, offering Midlands and national coverage to deliver insulation, enabling and compliance works across domestic and commercial stock.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Championing innovation, PfH \u2011 Procurement for Housing\u2019s<\/strong> Social Housing Emerging Disruptors 5 (SHED 5) Framework Agreement<\/a> offers \u00a3500m over 36 months UK\u2011wide. Supported by the National Housing Federation, CIH and HouseMark, this fifth iteration will give start\u2011ups, SMEs and established firms a platform to bring innovative goods, works and services into the housing and public sector.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Improving accessibility, CHIC Limited<\/strong> has released Lifts & Mobility Aids Framework 2025\u20132029<\/a> valued at \u00a3416.7m for 48 months UK\u2011wide, covering supply, install, refurbishment, servicing and maintenance for passenger lifts, stairlifts, through-floor lifts, hoists and related mobility equipment.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Driving regeneration, Chelmsford City Council<\/strong> has announced Chelmer Waterside Residential Development Scheme<\/a> targets \u00a3250m over 71 months to deliver 770\u20131,000 homes (35% affordable), alongside mixed\u2011use, remediation and estate management on a landmark waterfront site.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Expanding asset investment, Eastern Procurement Ltd.\u2019s <\/strong>Windows, Doors, Fire Doors & Roofline \u2013 EPWDR25<\/a> worth \u00a3237m for 48 months UK-wide, with lots for supply\u2013only and supply\u2011and\u2011fit, with associated works such as asbestos, electrical, roofing, drainage, and insulation for a complete delivery solution.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Securing electrical safety, PIN \u2013 Electrical Installations Repairs & Maintenance (EIRM) Term Contracts<\/a> by Southwark Council<\/strong> signals \u00a3140m over 36 months from Sept 2026, appointing two contractors for communal and domestic electrical works, testing, emergency systems, solar\/EV, fire alarms, and lightning protection.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Upgrading stock at scale as Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council<\/strong> is procuring Capital Planned Works \u2011 H758<\/a> valued at \u00a3115m over 60 months for kitchens, bathrooms, re\u2011roofing, facades, estate and garage improvements, and higher\u2011value voids, delivered under a single principal contractor.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Encompassing key housing improvement works, Magenta Living<\/strong> is launching a \u00a370m Planned Investment Works Framework<\/a> to enhance its housing stock. The framework includes multiple lots covering energy efficiency, roofing, windows, kitchens, bathrooms, heating, electrical, and external works.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Building long\u2011term partnerships as Karibu Community Homes Ltd.<\/strong> has announced Repairs, Planned and Compliance<\/a> contract at a total value of \u00a364.2m, split into three lots repairs & voids; planned & cyclical; and gas & electrical compliance with bidders able to win up to two lots.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Refreshing interiors, Aberdeen City Council <\/strong>has set out Housing Capital Projects 2026\u20132030 \u2011 Internal Works to Houses<\/a> totals \u00a330m over an initial 24 months (with extensions), covering kitchens, bathrooms, electricals, joinery, finishes and associated making good.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Preparing the market, Great Places Housing Group<\/strong> has Planned Procurement for Repairs and Maintenance Services and Works<\/a> at a \u00a317.3m total value over 60 months spanning regional lots for multi\u2011trade, damp, electrical, gardens, drainage, scaffolding and roofing under a Competitive Flexible\/Open Procedure.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tightening fire safety, Karbon Homes<\/strong> is procuring Compartmentation Surveys & Works and General Fire Safety Rectification<\/a> valued at \u00a313.6m over 48 months, spanning six lots across Karbon\u2019s stock and 54North Homes Ltd.<\/strong> properties, covering surveys, remedials, and rectification.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Modernising building systems, Camden Council\u2019s<\/strong> Rowley Way Estate Heating Infrastructure Works<\/a> totals \u00a311.4m over 32 months, to replace estate\u2011wide heating and risers, upgrade internal systems, deliver compliant ventilation, fire\u2011stopping and associated asbestos works.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Covering a wide range of housing works, Platform Housing Ltd <\/strong>has issued a Tender to engage PIN \u2011 Strategic Contractors<\/a> for a long-term partnership. The scope spans kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, retrofit, fire safety, electrics, decorations, voids, and major repairs, with lot structures to be finalised through pre\u2011market engagement.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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The Other League Tables<\/a>
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Along with our main monthly league tables, \u2772see below\u2773, we also produce tables based on the following trades: Retrofit, Asbestos Survey, Fire Risk Assessment, Water\/Legionella & Stock Condition Survey. \u2772Premium Clients, click here for the PDF<\/a>\u2773<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Top of the league in each table are ….<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Social Housing RMI Business Intelligence & other stuff Are you sitting comfortably? Then I\u2019ll begin. Alright la. Our kid and I had a sound time up in Liverpool at the Housing Community Summit, it was boss. I lived there for 3 years from 97\u201100 in one of the \u2018Bread\u2019 streets. It\u2019s where I sat at […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8803","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-monthly-briefing"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8803","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8803"}],"version-history":[{"count":19,"href":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8803\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8826,"href":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8803\/revisions\/8826"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8803"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8803"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.locarla.com\/insight\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8803"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}