Almshouse Association CEO, Nick Phillips, attends the Heritage Building and Decarbonisation Group workshop at Historic England Head Office. On Wednesday 1 May 2024, Historic England, the National Trust, the Church Commissioners,  Dutchy of Cornwall, Country Land and Business Association (CLA),...

As Helen Stephenson CBE steps down from her position as CEO of the Charity Commission, in one of her final speeches as CEO, she reflects on 7 lessons she has learnt about the charity sector - one for each of...

Association CEO, Nick Phillips asks " what is affordable housing?" Back in 2015, our friends at Shelter asked this question and we are still wondering what the answer is. The term ‘Affordable Housing’ is thrown around in all circles as...

The Almshouse Association CEO Nick Phillips comments on the new homeless laws Rarely do I comment on homeless issues, given the thorough coverage by our colleagues at Shelter, Crisis and other specialised homeless charities. However, when I read about the proposed...

Please find below a summary of the Spring 2024 Budget and latest council tax news. Changes to Council Tax Empty Property Premium in England  New rules on long term empty residential properties in England will come into effect on 1...

Awaab’s Law timescales for repairs consultation closes – 5 March - click here Competence & Conduct Standard for SHP consultation closes – 2 April - click here Association CEO, Nick Phillips met several of our Registered Housing Provider members to...

News update on recent Government announcements on Housing Policy and Consultations. Note, the policies and consultations referenced below are general housing rather than anything with specific almshouse angles, so they are being posted on our website for members' general awareness....

PRESS RELEASE: Charity Commission announces next Chief Executive with effect from 1 July 2024.  David Holdsworth has been appointed the next Chief Executive of the Charity Commission for England & Wales, replacing on 1 July 2024 Helen Stephenson who has...