Category: Housing

265 Housing posts found.

Shropshire housing team is moving towards a more sustainable future

12/11/2021
A row of houses

As the Government works towards the new Future Homes Standard – which aims to make all new build homes more sustainable –…

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Shropshire Libraries collaborate with The Shrewsbury Ark on BBC reading project

08/11/2021
Shropshire Libraries and The Shrewsbury Ark reading project tweet

Shropshire Libraries and The Shrewsbury Ark have come together in partnership to share their love of literature with homeless and vulnerable people…

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How a housing needs survey can transform a community

17/09/2021
The Community-Led Housing Scheme at Little Stocks Close in Kinlet, Shropshire (Picture Credit: Shropshire Rural Housing Association)

News from our partners This summer marks a major milestone for Shropshire Council’s Right Home Right Place team. It’s the season in…

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Innovative plans to support people with learning disabilities move forward

13/09/2021
Artist's impression of the supported living accommodation at Greenacres

A new and innovative development that will help support independent living for people with learning disabilities is starting to take shape. The…

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‘Everyone In’ and donation scheme to tackle rough sleeping

31/08/2021
Officer at the new card donation machine in Castle street, Shrewsbury for homeless donations

All verified rough sleepers in the county are being offered accommodation by Shropshire Council as it is continues the ‘Everyone In’ scheme…

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How to help Afghan refugees arriving in Shropshire

23/08/2021

A message from Shropshire Supports Refugees: Tuesday 31 August A huge thank you to the hundreds of people who have donated clothing and…

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Shropshire Council to offer safe homes for Afghan refugees

20/08/2021
Council’s Trading Standards given powers to crackdown on rogue letting agencies

Shropshire Council is working with the Home Office to offer safe homes to refugees fleeing from the Taliban – a pledge which…

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Council shortlisted for prestigious national awards for pandemic efforts

05/08/2021
MJ Achievement Awards: Finalist for Best Council Services Team graphic

Shropshire Council has been shortlisted for several national awards in recognition of the support it’s provided throughout the coronavirus pandemic. Teams from…

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Call to Landlords to check EPC rating on property

07/07/2021
EPC rating

Shropshire Council’s Regulatory Services are reminding private landlords that they should not be continuing to rent out their homes if they have…

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Work begins to help to secure property on St Michael’s Street in Shrewsbury

30/06/2021
110 St Michael's Street, Shrewsbury.

The owner of 110 St Michael’s Street in Shrewsbury has taken emergency measures to stabilise his building which is at risk of…

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