Welcome to the 10th episode of The GSA Way podcast! As the year draws to a close, we reflect on the challenges, victories, and ongoing issues faced by residents of GreenSquareAccord. This thought-provoking episode, titled Complicit or Compliant, wraps up 2024 with critical discussions and insights that matter to tenants and housing providers alike.…

In this episode of the Housing Sector Podcast, we sit down with Josh McDonald, a recruitment expert from Trust Hire Recruitment, to tackle some of the most pressing issues in housing recruitment. Together, we explore the challenges of attracting and retaining fresh talent in the sector, the importance of breaking outdated mindsets, and strategies t…

In this episode, we explore the increasingly common use of surveys within the housing sector with Sarah Wilson, a leading expert in social housing. While surveys are often relied upon as a tool for collecting feedback, we question whether housing associations are truly using the information gathered or simply ticking a box. Are these surveys being …

In this week’s Housing Sector Podcast, Episode #20, we explore the deeply impactful issue of hoarding, a challenge that not only affects residents but also comes with significant long-term costs for housing associations. Our guest, Violet Barling, is a qualified counsellor and transformative coach who has dedicated her career to helping individuals…

In this episode of the Housing Sector Podcast, we sit down with Suz Muna from SHAC (Social Housing Action Campaign) to explore critical issues impacting tenants and residents across the housing sector. We discuss the growing divide between smaller providers, who are more focused on maintaining the quality of their homes, and larger providers, who s…

In this episode of The Housing Sector Podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with Gerraint Oakley from Platform Housing Group. With 1.5 million new homes pledged by The Labour Party, we discuss why these ambitious targets may be at risk. We explore critical issues such as ongoing skills shortages and the implications of an ageing workforce. We al…

In this episode, we dive into recent updates from GreenSquareAccord, beginning with a congratulatory nod to their new office and a wage increase for CEO Ruth Cooke—a move that may surprise many, given the ongoing struggles and failures within the organisation under her leadership. As residents face a cost of living crisis and deteriorating home con…

Housing Sector Podcast Episode 15 - Advance your Wellbeing with Marie Jenkins In this episode of the Housing Sector Podcast, we delve into the critical topics shaping the housing landscape today. We discuss the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, the need for effective communication, and the role of middle management in fostering a …

In this episode, we speak with Greg Reed, CEO of Places for People, about his transition from a banking background to the housing sector, driven by a passion to improve homes and provide better opportunities for people. Greg shares insights from his time at HomeServe and Clarion Housing, and his journey to becoming CEO at Places for People. We disc…

In this episode of This is the GSA Way, we tackle the pressing issue of GreenSquareAccord’s (un)affordable housing and the recent service charge increases affecting residents. Residents have received alarming letters outlining how their housing provider has exceeded budget limits, resulting in unexpected costs being passed on to them. We break down…

In Episode 13 of the Housing Sector Podcast, Behind The Spin, we explore how misleading PR tactics and poor communication from housing providers undermine resident trust. From misquoted statements in the media to Hexagon’s selective messaging around emergency repairs and ongoing legal battles, we highlight the gap between what residents are told an…