Government responds to joint report warning of the impact of poor-quality housing this winter
A spokesperson for the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has responded to the…
Report warns vulnerable people living in poor-quality homes at particular risk this winter
Newly-published research has highlighted the increased risk poor-quality housing has on those identified as being…
Consultation into accessible housing could see new homes built with adaptations in mind
Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick has launched a consultation to consider how best to raise accessibility…
VIDEO: Partnership creates UK’s first smart village with range of assistive tech solutions
Commsworld has partnered with retailTRUST, a trade charity for the retail sector and leading UK…
A new player enters the bustling telecare market as the TEC rush continues
A Hampshire-based property management company has entered the telecare space with a new venture –…
Pricey home adaptations & bariatric equipment increasing council care costs as a result of obesity
A new report by the Local Government Association (LGA) is urging healthcare professionals to overcome…
Homes England pledges to actively contribute to creating inclusive housing for all
Helping to create homes that meet elderly and disabled people’s needs, Homes England is aiming…
Republic of Ireland invests €73m in housing adaptations & mobility aids but charity says more needed
The Republic of Ireland Government has confirmed that € (£) will be made available for…
Research suggests COVID-19 will become catalyst for greater use of well-designed tech in supported housing
According to new research undertaken by technology-enabled care service (TECS) provider Appello and the Housing…
Inquiry into the state of housing to explore why so many are unsuitable for older & disabled people
A new independent inquiry examining housing in England has launched after data found almost 10…