SAHA’s strengths and weaknesses assessed
The Salvation Army Housing Association (SAHA) has received one star out of three from the Audit Commission following an assessment.
In a report published last week, SAHA was found by the commission to provide fair landlord services and to have good prospects for improvement. Continue reading…
Regeneration programme praised
A regeneration programme targeting dilapidated neighbourhoods across England has received praise from government ministers.
Former home secretary David Blunkett described the Guide Neighbourhoods programmed as "inspirational" at a parliamentary reception on Friday, also attended by minister Hazel Blears. Continue reading…
JGP Supports Public Sector Jobs Week
The Public Sector is gearing up for a week of promotions to highlight career opportunities within the sector during Public Sector Jobs Week 2007.
Held annually, it is an opportunity to highlight the whole sector as a viable career choice to those who may not have thought of the Public Sector as an option. The large variety of career choices include not only the more traditional roles in Taxation & Regulation, Social Security and Social Services, but also encompass more broadly the National Health System, Education System and our Transportation Network. Continue reading…
Fund to boost social care volunteering
A new fund to boost social care volunteering is being set up by the government.
The Opportunities for Volunteering Scheme (OFV), initiated by the Department of Health, will make £500,000 of funds available to volunteers in the social care sector. Continue reading…
Knowsley Housing Trust rated ‘good’
Knowsley Housing Trust has been rated ‘good’ by the Audit Commission.
On a scale of zero to three stars, the service received a rating of two.
Accessibility to customers through local offices, the website and call centre; progress being made towards the government’s Decent Homes standard and high levels of customer satisfaction were highlighted as strengths. Continue reading…
