Category: RAAC

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Conference Agrees to Build a Housing Union

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More than 100 activists gathered in person and online on the 11th October to plan a national tenants and residents (housing) union. The event was organised by SHAC as the basis for forming an independent action group that can transform the vision into reality. Attendees included those leading local action on their estates, regional groups… Continue reading Conference Agrees to Build a Housing Union

Complaints Procedures, Fire Safety & Cladding, Housing Law, RAAC, Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete, Tenant & Resident Democracy

RAAC: The Next Housing Scandal?

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Anyone with any eyes on the news at the moment will have caught articles about the use of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete, or RAAC in some buildings. This weaker concrete can crumble if it isn't properly maintained and therefore needs regular inspection. While media commentary has focussed on schools and other public buildings, many members… Continue reading RAAC: The Next Housing Scandal?