Nottingham City Council's Homes Rated C3 by Regulator

A recent report from the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) has revealed significant failings in Nottingham City Council's management of its housing services, uncovering nearly 1,000 repair issues and problems with safety checks, leading to a C3 rating for the authority. The RSH criticized the council's lack of tenant involvement in decisions and its failure to survey a significant portion of its housing stock for over a decade. In response, Nottingham City Council has stated it is taking the findings seriously and has initiated a full condition survey of its 25,000 homes, alongside investing £20 million to improve housing services. Meanwhile, Sheffield City Council is moving towards implementing a new compensation policy for tenants affected by repair issues, offering financial compensation in cases where homes need to be demolished. Additionally, Havering Council is proposing a new Access to Homes Policy to ensure safe access for necessary inspections of council properties. These developments reflect a growing focus on tenant safety and service quality across various councils.