Entries by Toby Frith

Exploring Community-Led Stewardship in Housing Developments

At Eastern Community Homes, we are always interested in innovative approaches to housing management that empower communities. A recent article published by the National Community Land Trust Network explores new research into community-led stewardship as a viable alternative to private management companies in housing developments. While this is not our own article, we believe it […]

Unlocking the Door to Rural Living: Why Parish Councils Need Housing Needs Surveys

This news article was first published on the Cambridgeshire ACRE website.  Rural Cambridgeshire is a vibrant part of the UK, filled with rich history, stunning landscapes and closely-knit communities. However, many of these communities face increasing challenges due to a shortage of affordable housing. High property prices, limited development opportunities and growing demand for rural […]

Blog Post: My Experience as a Rural Housing Enabler

As Cambridgeshire ACRE’s Rural Housing Enabler, Jenna Brame’s time at the charity comes to an end, she reflects on her role and discusses the importance of Rural Affordable Housing in the blog below. After four years as a Rural Housing Enabler for Cambridgeshire ACRE, I have gained a wealth of knowledge and experience from working […]

Every rural community in England must be given the opportunity to provide housing and infrastructure for all who need it, says the ACRE Network

This article was first posted on the Cambridgeshire ACRE website. The ACRE Network works to create thriving, inclusive and sustainable rural communities that are economically active and support the services they need. The new Government has put economic growth at the heart of its five missions. Much of its path to this growth involves the […]