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5th May 2026 / Almshouse Stories, Latest News, Latest News Restricted

Association on the road

February 2026: Nick Phillips, Association CEO and Martyn Craddock, CEO of United St Saviours Charity spoke at the National Housing Federation Board Leadership Conference in St Paul's, London   In a session chaired by Catherine Ryder, CEO of Placeshapers, Appleby...
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5th May 2026 / Almshouse Stories, Latest News, Latest News Restricted

CEO in Parliament’s THE HOUSE

"Charity housing is hindered by local government policy"Nick Phillips | Chief Executive of The Almshouse Association | THE HOUSE magazine Association CEO, Nick Phillips' article on charity housing featured in Parliament's THE HOUSE magazine (click here to access) on 4...
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30th April 2026 / Almshouse Stories, Latest News, Latest News Restricted

Association advances CHA with key leadership appointment

The Almshouse Association is making strong progress in establishing the Charity Housing Alliance (CHA), a new initiative designed to provide a unified voice for all charity housing organisations, including almshouses. The Association's CEO, Nick Phillips, Gerry Harmon, PR and Engagement...
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30th April 2026 / Almshouse Stories, Latest News, Latest News Restricted

Annual Research Symposium

February 2026: Hosted at the Ironmongers’ Hall, this year’s Almshouse Association Research Symposium was more than a gathering; it was a powerful coming together of minds, ideas and shared purpose to advance almshouse and charity housing research. Experts, academics, funders...
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27th April 2026 / Latest News, Latest News Restricted

Housing Ombudsman update April 2026

FAO: Registered Providers and those that have registered with the Housing Ombudsman voluntarily to assist with the completion of annual submissions. Please see below update from the Housing Ombudsman View as a webpage Housing Ombudsman ServiceWelcome to your monthly update...
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22nd April 2026 / Latest News, Latest News Restricted

CEO update: Supported Housing legislation

Supported Housing legislation The Almshouse Association welcomes the publication of the Government’s response to the consultation on the implementation of the Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023. Click below to view the Association CEO's comment. The proposed reforms will introduce...
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20th April 2026 / Latest News, Latest News Restricted

Property and Development Team

We are delighted to share that two exceptional volunteers have recently joined our property support team. As listed and older buildings become increasingly costly to manage, yet remain vital to the communities they serve, we are especially fortunate to have...
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16th April 2026 / Latest News, Latest News Restricted

Policy and Governance update: April 2026

April 2026: A summary of the latest UK Government policy changes and news that almshouse charities need to be aware of. 1. Renters’ Rights Act – Implementation update The Government has published further detail on implementing the Renters’ Rights Act,...
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10th April 2026 / 75th Anniversary - Members stories, Almshouse Stories, Latest News

Liversage Trust: exciting ÂŁ3m project in Derby

The Almshouse Association welcomes the start of a significant refurbishment project at the historic almshouses on London Road in Derby. The £3 million scheme, led by The Liversage Trust, will see the sensitively managed renewal of the Grade II‑listed buildings,...
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19th March 2026 / Latest News, Latest News Restricted

Housing Ombudsman update 12 March 2026

FAO: Registered Providers and those that have registered with the Housing Ombudsman voluntarily to assist with the completion of annual submissions. Please see below update from the Housing Ombudsman View as a webpage Housing Ombudsman ServiceWelcome to your monthly update...
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19th March 2026 / Latest News, Latest News Restricted

New: Housing Ombudsman Annual Submission Toolkit 25–26

We have just updated the Housing Ombudsman page on our website to support members with the Housing Ombudsman Annual Submission for 2025–26. The Almshouse Association has received a comprehensive Annual Submission Toolkit directly from the Housing Ombudsman’s Office. This resource...
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16th March 2026 / Almshouse Stories, Latest News

Strong foundation, strong future

We were delighted to welcome some familiar faces to The Almshouse Association this month. General Anthony Leask – respected author and former Director of The Almshouse Association – along with Heather Greaves, former Deputy Director. The were both impressed with the new office...
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