Housing Ombudsman Complaints Handling Code NOTE: Applicable only to Registered Providers/Housing Ombudsman Members The Almshouse Association understands that the Housing Ombudsman (HO) has sent an email to their members informing them that there has been a change in the submission...

Wednesday 14th May at 10.30 am The Almshouse Association is delighted to welcome Almshouse Association Panel Consultant, Lisa Watson-Cook (Partner) Rachel Gimson (Partner) & Nicole Ridgwell (Partner) from Lester Aldridge LLP. They will be hosting a free webinar on the topic...

As part of our ongoing government engagement strategy, we have spent the past year cultivating meaningful relationships with Members of Parliament. We are, therefore, delighted to share that our efforts have culminated in the publication of an article in The...

Photo Competition Spring is in full bloom, and so is the spirit of togetherness! We’re thrilled to launch our latest Photography Competition — a celebration of community and good neighbours. It’s time to grab your camera, step outside, and capture...

The Almshouse Association CEO, Nick Phillips, recently met with key partners at the Historic England Offices in London to discuss the forthcoming review of the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)/ Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) regulations, in collaboration with representatives from...

April 2025: A summary of the latest UK Government policy changes and news. 1. Spring Statement On 26 March, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced her plans for the UK economy in the House of Commons. Of note to our members are:...

On a glorious spring morning in April, The Richmond Charities had the honour of welcoming a very distinguished guest to their newest almshouses - The Elizabeth Twining Almshouses in Mitre Mews, Richmond. The almshouses, which are beautifully designed and Passivhaus-aligned,...