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It could take almost 6 and a half years to clear social housing waiting lists in Gateshead

by Jade Choudhury & filed under Latest news

Households in Gateshead could have to wait up to 6 and a half years before they’ll be able to live in an affordable social home, even if no new households joined the waiting list, according to new analysis of the latest affordable housing figures.   Ahead of the local government election in Gateshead, where many have… Read the full article →

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Karbon Homes agrees new strategic partnership with Keelman Homes

by Jade Choudhury & filed under Karbon Homes, Keelman Homes, Latest news

Affordable housing provider Keelman Homes is teaming up with Northern housing association Karbon Homes to provide value for money tenancy services for its current and future customers through Karbon’s cost sharing vehicle (CSV) Karbon Solutions. The new partnership will see Karbon deliver all tenancy management services and responsive repairs to over 300 Keelman homes across Gateshead. Christine… Read the full article →

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Jennifer Elliot steps down as a Board Member

by Jade Choudhury & filed under Keelman Homes, Latest news

Jennifer Elliot has stepped down as a Board Member for Keelman Homes in May 2023. Jennifer, a Neighborhood Housing Officer for the Byker Community Trust, joined the Keelman Board in January 2020 and has been a valued member of the team. She has provided the organisation with knowledge and expertise in the housing sector and… Read the full article →

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Board members step down

by Anne-Marie Pearce & filed under Latest news

Keelman Homes would like to thank Joseph Gardiner and Thomas Sutton for serving on the Keelman Homes Board. Both have resigned from the Keelman Homes board in February 2022 due to other commitments/duties they have to fulfil, but we are grateful for the commitment they showed to improve the lives of Keelman Homes tenants. We… Read the full article →

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Keelman Homes builds new affordable homes

by Anne-Marie Pearce & filed under Keelman Homes, Latest news

Social housing provider Keelman Homes is building quality affordable homes in Low Fell, Gateshead, in partnership with Gateshead Council, Beacon Living and Kier Living. The development on the Lyndhurst site has been funded by a £210k grant from Homes England. The six new two bedroomed homes, named The Hazel, will be located within the new… Read the full article →

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