King’s Speech lacks commitment to build more affordable homes – housing association CEO
The chief executive of Bradford-based Manningham Housing Association has criticised the government for failing to include a firm commitment in the King’s Speech to build more new affordable homes. In a statement, Lee Bloomfield said the speech – which is written by Ministers but delivered by King Charles – highlighted that taking homeless people off the streets…
Globe Point almost fully let as sixth new tenant secured
International law firm Gowling WLG is moving into the fifth floor at Globe Point in Leeds on a long-term lease. Relocating from Park Row in the city, Gowling WLG will occupy a 4,477 sq ft suite with a dedicated exterior 1,970 sq ft terrace. The company is the sixth tenant to sign up at the…
Solberge Hall has been sold to luxury wedding company Wharfedale Grange
Solberge Hall in Northallerton has been acquired by wedding and events company Wharfedale Grange for an undisclosed sum. The 24-bedroom Georgian country house hotel is set in 9 acres of woodland situated near the North Yorkshire Moors and Yorkshire Dales. It has been owned by Classic Lodges hotel group since 2015 when it was purchased…
Affordable homes to be built on site of former flats at Valley Road, Shipley
Bradford-based housing provider Incommunities has begun clearing the way for the construction of 42 new affordable homes on the site of former flats at Valley Road. Following the site clearance, Casey Construction will begin building the new homes over the next few weeks, with construction expected to be complete in summer 2024. The new development,…
Concrete admixture manufacturer marks 40 years with significant growth
Bradford-based concrete admixture manufacturer Oscrete is marking 40 years in business with further growth and an increased shareholding in its Northern Ireland division. Oscrete, a subsidiary of Christeyns, is one of the UK’s leading specialist construction chemical suppliers which manufactures and supplies a range of concrete admixtures for precast and ready-mix concrete and the ready-to-use…
Two new occupiers move into Number One Kirkstall Forge
Two deals have been secured for space at the Kirkstall Forge development in Leeds. American firm, Buildings IOT, is opening its first UK base as part of its cross Atlantic expansion plans and local firm, CPA Consulting Engineers, is moving to accommodate its continued long term growth plans. In keeping with the exceptional sustainability credentials…
Exciting new platform for Baul music as Bradford prepares for UK City of Culture 2025
A collection of more than 100 original songs of South Asian heritage by Bradford and Keighley writers has been launched at a celebratory event with support from Manningham Housing Association (MHA), Bradford Council and The Leap. The project was the brainchild of Sadar Uddin, MHA Community Partnership and Investment Manager, as a vehicle to revive,…
Action needed to support BAME housing association residents into smaller homes
The chief executive of Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has told a Westminster inquiry there needs to be better choices for older people from BAME communities to downsize their properties and receive a better offer of accommodation – in terms of both quality and location. Giving evidence in the House of Lords to the All-Party Parliamentary…
New corporate strategy for housing association ‘at the top of its game’
Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has published a new streamlined corporate strategy and action plan with the theme of ‘Investing and Developing in Diverse Neighbourhoods where People Want to Live and Thrive.’ The three-year strategy centres on four overarching objectives: Providing More Affordable Homes, Looking After Our Existing Homes and Tenants, Community Investment and Partnership, and…
New corporate strategy for housing association ‘at the top of its game’
Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has published a new streamlined corporate strategy and action plan with the theme of ‘Investing and Developing in Diverse Neighbourhoods where People Want to Live and Thrive.’ The three-year strategy centres on four overarching objectives: Providing More Affordable Homes, Looking After Our Existing Homes and Tenants, Community Investment and Partnership, and…
Housing association CEO challenges Government to deliver more homes in Bradford
The chief executive of Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has written to Michael Gove questioning why the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) failed to spend almost £2 billion of allocated funding to deliver more affordable homes. In his letter, Lee Bloomfield added: “It is a shame that neither you nor your officials chose…
Helmsley Group demonstrates further high street commitment with Big Tent festival sponsorship
Property investment and development specialist, Helmsley Group, has announced its support of the Big Tent Ideas Festival in York. Taking place on Saturday 17th June, the Big Tent Ideas Festival invites political representatives and prominent names in media, business and academia to take part in a wide range of discussions on subjects including devolution, social…
Baul music set to reach new audiences in Bradford and Keighley
Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has secured funds for a project to revive, preserve and promote the writing of Baul music in Bradford and Keighley. Originating in Bangladesh and the neighbouring Indian state of West Bengal, Baul music was especially popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries. As well as a form of folk music,…
New starters enhance customer centric approach at Oscrete
Two experienced customer service professionals have joined the Bradford-based Oscrete UK construction team. Aneesa Ahmed and Jack Cavalier-Lumley have joined the specialist construction chemical supplier as Customer Service Advisors adding to the company’s growing customer services team. Focussing on creating a dynamic, responsive and swift service, Aneesa, Jack and the wider customer service team work…
Helmsley Group makes further public realm commitment at Coney Street Riverside
Yorkshire property specialist Helmsley Group has submitted a second planning application for its ambitious Coney Street Riverside masterplan. The plans, submitted to City of York Council (CoYC), feature numbers 3-7 Coney Street and include proposals to create a new snickelway connecting Coney Street to the riverside walkway outlined in the initial planning application. This new…
Leeds Commercial Property Lunch launched by regional businesses
Bradley Hall, Schofield Sweeney, and Together have partnered to launch the first Leeds Commercial Property Lunch. The three regional businesses have come together to create a forum for key commercial property professionals, with the aim of introducing new opportunities, education and encourage collaboration in the sector. David Cran, managing director of Bradley Hall Yorkshire, said:…
Jungle IT takes office space at the flagship Kirkstall Forge development
Managed Service Provider Jungle IT is taking 2,987 sq ft at Number One Kirkstall Forge. The team of 60 will relocate this week following a bespoke fit-out. Delivering complete IT strategies and solutions, Jungle IT is expanding and was keen to grow in an environment designed to support collaboration, creativity and prioritise health and wellbeing….
Holiday lettings specialist Yorcation celebrates successful launch
Yorcation, a holiday lettings specialist designed to help owners of holiday lets to reach their full potential and to create the best possible guest experience, has launched. The York-based company is headed up by Michelle Bailey, head of residential lettings, with 18 years’ experience, who joins from City Lets in York. It forms part of…
Cyber Security Consultancy Experience Rapid Growth and Move Into Their New Offices
Cyber Security Partners (CSP) are a local Leeds based cyber security consultancy, which have doubled in size and experienced a record-breaking year. The team have moved into their new bigger office at Clockwise on Greek Street, to be more central for hosting meetings with clients. CSP have hired more technical and non-technical employees over the…
Bradford’s potential must be properly harnessed – New Year message
The Chair and Chief Executive of Manningham Housing Association (MHA) have described Bradford district as “a place of great talent and limitless potential.” In a joint New Year message, Barrington Billings and Lee Bloomfield also pledged on behalf of the association to continue speaking up for those who struggle to be heard and to make…
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