Archive - Press Releases
All press releases are issued by the Hackney Homes Communications team. If you have a query about an individual press release, please contact the person named at the bottom of the release.You can contact the Hackney Homes Press Office on 020 8356 3835 or email Housingeditor@Hackneyhomes.org.uk
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Friday 18th December 2009
Hackney's festive winter warmer success
Snow and sleet did not deter over 100 Hackney residents aged over 55 from coming to Hackney Homes' second winter warmer event which took place on Wednesday, 16th December 2009.
Monday 14th December 2009
Hackney people shine at annual residents awards
A teenager highlighting issues affecting young people through fim, a group committed to bringing different cultures together through a gardening project and a woman who has dedicated her life to making Hackney a great place - these are just some of the amazing achievements recognised at the 2009 Active Residents Awards last week.
Friday 20th November 2009
Hackney Homes asks 'how satisfied are you'?
Over 6, 000 tenants across Hackney are being asked to have their say about how satisfied they are with the service they receive from Hackney Homes. Using a postal survey, tenants will have the chance to say what is important to them and how well Hackney Homes is doing and what we need to improve further.
Question Time for Hackney Homes Tenants
Over 45 tenants in the Shoreditch area of Hackney had the opportunity to pose questions to Hackney Homes managers at a Question Time Event last week.
Tuesday 17th November 2009
Hackney Homes offers New Ways into Work Service
Hackney Homes is providing a new service called Ways into Work for unemployed residents in partnership with Hackney Council. Ways into Work is free and will offer people a range of advice and support to help them get back into work, learn a new skill and find the right course.
Thursday 29th October 2009
Bumper turn out for Hackney Homes winter warmer event
Over 250 Hackney residents aged over 55 turned out to the first Hackney Homes Winter Warmer event which took place on Friday, 23rd October as part of National Energy Saving Week.
Wednesday 14th October 2009
Hackney Homes warms up residents this winter
As part of National Energy Saving Week 19th-25th October 2009, Hackney Homes is hosting an afternoon event for residents aged over 55 on Friday 26th at Ocean on Mare Street.
Monday 5th October 2009
Hackney Homes puts out a call for unsung heroes
It's that time of the year again - Hackney Homes is encouraging all local people to recognise the many unsung heroes living on Hackney Homes estates who make their community a better place to live.
We need you to identify these people so that we can thank them for their efforts and the Hackney Homes Active Residents Awards gives us a chance to do this. Why not nominate them for an Active Residents Award? There are four categories to choose from - Resident of the Year, Group of the Year, Young Resident of the Year and the Ron Devoti Award for services to Hackney.
Monday 5th October 2009
Changes at the top of the Hackney Homes Board
Local residents are still leading the way on the Hackney Homes Board following recent elections. Chairman, Rupert Tyson was re-elected Chair of the Board following over two years in charge of the sixteen person Board which comprises of residents, local councillors and independent members. Vice Chair, Alice Burke was also re-elected and independent member, Marie Photiou was elected as joint Vice-Chair.
Monday 5th October 2009
Hackney's recycling service continues to get bigger
Residents can now go the extra mile to help make Hackney cleaner and greener following a massive expansion of recycling to include even more materials. From this week (Monday 5th October), food and drink cartons such as Tetra Paks and plastic packaging have been added to both estate and street level recycling collections in Hackney. The scheme was expanded in response to residents' requests, and Hackney joins only a handful of councils nationwide to collect these materials.
Tuesday 29th September 2009
Hackney Homes Board gets four new faces
Hackney Homes Board has got four new faces following a recruitment process. Three independent members, Pamela Lockley, Andrew McMillan and Tom Tyson have been appointed, a new leaseholder representative, Joel Gordon has been elected and the current resident representative for Stoke Newington David Larkin as been re-elected.
Tuesday 22nd September 2009
Hackney Homes' residents welcome green space on their estate
Residents from Whiston and Goldsmiths Estate turned out in force on Saturday afternoon to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of Hackney's 'Green for a Day' event as part of European Mobility Week.
Tuesday 1st September 2009
Luncheon Club provides a hub for older residents in Hackney
With one of the largest proportion of elderly residents in London, Hackney Homes supports a number of local organisations to tailor services to the elderly. One such organisation is the Nightingale Luncheon Club in Hackney which provides local people with freshly cooked meals daily and an opportunity to mingle with friends.
Tuesday 1st September 2009
Hackney Homes makes it easier to get repairs at home fixed
With such busy lives, it is important that reporting a repair in your home should not be an ordeal. That is why Hackney Homes has made it much easier for residents to report a repair that needs to be fixed.
Monday 24 August 2009
Hackney Homes gives practical financial advice to leaseholders
Over eighty leaseholders came to the Financial Advice Surgeries last week to get one to one advice on managing bills, grants available to them and support with paying service charges and major works bills.
Monday 24 August 2009
Settling disputes the easier way
Hackney Homes is encouraging leaseholders to take advantage of the help on offer from the Disputes Resolution service. This service allows both the leaseholder and landlord to discuss the legality and reasonableness of service charges and major works.
Monday 24 August 2009
Green fingered Hackney Homes' residents on a winning streak in Hackney in Bloom contest
Recreating a garden patio, balcony or communal area into a place of beauty takes time, dedication and passion. That is exactly what many of Hackney Homes' residents have done across the Borough and which have been showcased in this year's Hackney in Bloom competition.
Thursday 20 August 2009
Hackney Homes and Hackney Police provide tips of keeping bikes away from prying eyes
Hackney Homes and Hackney Police are offering free advice to cyclists in Hackney to help minimise the chance of their bike being stolen. Police Officer, Sean Whelan who works with Hackney Homes will offer residents simple and practical steps that they can take to ensure that their bikes are not attractive to thieves.
Thursday 13 August 2009
Hackney Homes offers residents more opportunities to report repairs locally
Hackney Homes' residents can now report repairs at local surgeries across thirty seven locations every month. This increase was brought about following positive feedback from residents who prefer this method of reporting a repair and to requests for more locations across the Borough.
Wednesday 12 August 200
£2.9 million for greener Hackney Homes
Hackney Homes has been awarded £2.9 million from The Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) as a result of a successful bid to help insulate homes, reduce fuel bills for tenants and cut carbon emissions.
Wednesday 12 August 2009
Hackney Homes opens dance floor to local people
Hackney Homes street dance troupe, Nemesis are opening their doors this summer to all young people between the ages of 8 and 19 who are interested in dance. With the summer holidays here, now is the perfect time for young people to start a new hobby.
Tuesday 4 August 2009
Cheapest gym comes to Hackney Estate
One of the first free outdoor gyms in London has been installed on the Acton Estate in Hackney.
Monday 27 July 2009
Hackney Homes offers £500 cash prize for keeping rent in the black
Throughout the summer, Hackney Homes is offering tenants the chance to get their hands on £500 cash for paying their rent on time. With the summer here, it is vital that all tenants prioritise paying their rent so that they can a relaxed time with their family and friends.
Monday 27 July 2009
Hackney Homes summer fun days kick off with a roaring success
Promised to be a great day out for the whole family, the summer fun days will hit nine estates right across Hackney this year. The first one was on St Johns Estate on 22 July and saw over 250 local people come out to meet their neighbours, find out about works to be carried out to their home as part of the Decent Home programme and to have some fun.
Wednesday 22 July 2009
Enhanced security measures create safer estates
Hackney Homes is making great strides towards making Hackney a safer place to live and has installed a raft of security measures including lighting, communal door entry systems and safer doors.
Tuesday 21 July 2009
Woodberry Down Fun Day draws crowds
Finding out how to live healthily and engage in the community saw more than 400 local people come to Woodberry Down's 5th annual Fun Day on 11 July.
Monday 13 July 2009
Cycling Success for Hackney at The 2009 London Youth Games
Team members of Hackney & Cycle Club Hackney (CCH) were glowing after their triumphant win at the 2009 London Youth Games. Beating 28 other London Boroughs the team finished champions by winning both age categories.
Monday 29 June 2009
Hackney Homes' encourages its residents to take part in The Big Lunch
The countdown to The Big Lunch has begun with just over three weeks before this year's UK wide luncheon takes place on Sunday, 19th July 2009 and Hackney Homes encourages all residents to take part.
Tuesday 16 June 2009
Hackney Homes female carpenter wins national housing award
The unsung heroes" of the housing world were honoured at a glittering awards ceremony in London, hosted by Michael Portillo.
Callie Duncan was the winner of the Frontline Service Individual of the Year Award, beating stiff competition from around the country. Hackney Homes Estate Environment Services were also shortlisted in the Customer Services Team of the Year category, making it down to the last six.
Thursday 9 June 2009
Hackney Homes Roma residents put on a free concert for local people
A group of Roma residents are to put on a FREE concert on Tuesday 16th June 2009 outside Hackney Central Library as part of Gypsy, Roma & Traveller History month. Called Kalo Drom, the family band will perform traditional folk songs they grew up with as well as a sprinkling of well known tracks for the audience to hum and dance along to.
Thursday 4 June 2009
Can you make a difference to the Hackney Homes Board?
Hackney Homes is looking for passionate, active and forward thinking residents who are willing to stand up and make a difference in their neighbourhood. We are currently recruiting a resident representative living in the Stoke Newington area to join the Hackney Homes Board.
Friday 29 May 2009
Hackney Homes Decent Homes scheme short listed for prestigious award
The Decent Homes Programme in Hackney which has seen almost 12,000 homes in the borough brought up to the Government's Decent Homes Standard has been short listed for one of the most prestigious awards in the country. The National Government Opportunities (GO) Awards recognises excellence within procurement, and the benefits to the wider business and social community that smart, effective and sustainable purchasing can deliver.
Friday 29 May 2009
Hackney Homes cleaners and gardeners short listed for national Housing Heroes Awards
Hackney Homes team of estate cleaners and gardeners have been short listed from more than 300 entries in the Housing Heroes Awards. This is a new awards scheme launched this year that aims to shine the spotlight on the people and teams that are doing great work in delivering services to local people.
Wednesday 27 May 2009
European Neighbours Day comes to Hackney
For the second year in a row, residents of Nightingale Estate in Hackney brought the well known European Neighbours Day to their doorstep on 26 May 2009.
European Neighbours Day is celebrated yearly in around 29 countries and aims to bring communities together by encouraging neighbours to talk and get to know each other. This year's theme was to keep neighbourliness going all year round.
Tuesday 21 April 2009
Hackney Homes encourages residents to mark Neighbours' Day
Hackney Homes is encouraging residents to get to know each other by organising their own neighbourhood event or fun day to mark European Good Neighbours' Day on May 26th.
Monday 20 April 2009
Local support for residents experiencing domestic violence and hate crime
Hackney Homes residents who have experienced domestic violence and hate crime can get advice on their rights and housing options by dropping into a surgery taking place at their local neighbourhood office.
Wednesday 2 April 2009
Hackney Homes' female carpenter Callie Duncan has scooped a major national award in recognition of her commitment to the trades, excellent service to residents and dedication to young people in Hackney.
Callie was just one of just three people across the country to have been shortlisted in the ALMO Team Member of the Year category of the National Federation of ALMOs (NFA) awards on 1st April 2009.
Tuesday 31 March 2009
Hackney Homes encourages residents to claim what is theirs
Hackney Homes is encouraging residents to check if they are entitled to benefits to support them during these tough economic times.
Tuesday 17 March 2009
Female carpenter shortlisted for national award
Hackney Homes female carpenter is in the running for a major national award in recognition of her commitment to the trades, excellent service to residents and dedication to young people in Hackney. Callie Duncan is one of just three people across the country to have been shortlisted in the ALMO Team Member of the Year category of the National Federation of ALMOs (NFA) awards.
Tuesday 17 March 2009
Hackney Homes celebrates Mothers Day
Win your mum a pampering pack by entering the Hackney Homes 'Best Mum' Competition.
Hackney Homes is joining in the celebrations for Mothers Day on 22 March 2009 and we want to hear from residents across Hackney. Send in 50 words telling us why she is the best and you could both win a pampering pack courtesy of Hackney Homes. Send your information to housingeditor@hackneyhomes.org.uk by Monday 23rd March and you will be entered into a draw. You can also enter by calling the Communications Team on 020 8356 2066.
Tuesday 17 March 2009
Three new resident groups on Hackney Homes estates
Developing community spirit and encouraging residents to get involved in decisions that affect their neighbourhood is a key priority for Hackney Homes. That is why we have been working closely with residents right across the borough to encourage them to start up resident groups on their estate and within their local communities.
Three new resident groups on Hackney Homes estates
Monday 16 March 2009
Have your say on Hackney Homes News and you could win £50 in vouchers
Hackney Homes News, the free monthly magazine for all Hackney Homes tenants and leaseholders is being refreshed wth a brand new look and we need residents input to make this happen.
Friday 6 February 2009
Home fire safety...what you need to know
Hackney Homes and the London Fire Brigade have some advice for Hackney residents about what to do in the event of a fire.
Thursday 5 February 2009
Hackney Homes providing a good service to residents
Thousands of Hackney residents will benefit from a £225m funding injection, with the news that Hackney Homes has achieved a two-star rating from the Audit Commission.
Thursday 22 January 2009
Hackney Homes gives three tenants a month's rent for free
Helping residents to stay out of arrears is a priority for Hackney Homes. That is why over the festive period, Hackney Homes ran an awareness campaign to encourage tenants to pay their rent on time by offering three tenants to chance to win their January month for free.
Thursday 22 January 2009
Hackney Homes encourages tenants to join the national conversation
The Tenant Services Authority (TSA), the new regulator for homes has recently launched the national conversation to consult with tenants across the country about the services that they expect and Hackney Homes is encouraging all tenants to take part.
Friday 9 January 2009
Want a career in construction? Why not try out a taster course on Woodberry Down?
With many opportunities arising from the regeneration of Woodberry Down and the 2012 Olympics and Paralympics Games, Hackney locals will be in a great position to take advantage of this in the coming years. That is why Woodberry Works has launched the 'Future Builders' scheme to give residents a five-day taster course into a career in the construction industry.
Thursday 18 December 2008
Hackney's home grown stars recognised at annual awards ceremony
Two young rising stars from Hackney's estates swept the board last night at Hackney Homes' annual resident awards attended by hundreds of residents from over forty Tenants groups in Hackney.
Thursday 4 December 2008
Hackney Homes launches 2 for the price of one offer on rent
Throughout December, Hackney Homes is offering tenants the chance to get their January rent paid just for paying their rent on time.
Thursday 4 December 2008
2008 Hackney Homes Active Residents Awards shorlists announced
The shortlisted residents for the 2008 Hackney Homes Active Residents Awards were announced this week. Now in its 2nd year, the awards have become one of the biggest events of the year, celebrating the achievements of local people, and will take place at the Town Hall on 17 December.
Thursday 20 November 2008
Getting by with a little help from my friends.
A group of residents from Millfields Estate have embarked on a peer mentoring programme coordinated by the Tenants' and Residents' Association (TRA) on the estate.
Wednesday 19 November 2008
Hackney Homes tenant wins a month rent free
A whole month's rent for free. Just for paying by direct debit? That was the prize on offer for all tenants who were either paying their rent by direct debit or had signed up over the past year. The summer rent campaign saw nearly 200 tenants sign up bringing the total number of tenants paying by direct debit up to nearly three thousand.
Friday 14 November 2008
Outreach surgeries. making reporting a repair easier
Hackney Homes currently runs 27 repairs surgeries on estates, providing residents with the opportunity to discuss a fault with repairs staff face-to-face. The surgeries take place in venues that are accessible to most residents including community halls, neighbourhood centres and senior citizens clubs.
Thursday 13 November 2008
MORI results reveal 9% increase in tenant satisfaction
Hackney Homes is making great strides towards improving services for tenants with a recent MORI survey showing an increase of 9 percentage points in overall satisfaction with services provided since 2006.
Thursday 13 November 2008
Hackney Homes gas safety team avert 'time-bomb'
Hackney Homes' gas and estate safety teams and police officers averted a 'time-bomb' at a property in Clapton - after discovering that a Hackney Homes tenant had fixed a large propane gas cylinder to a gas cooker.
Thursday 30 October 2008
Hackney Homes puts out a call for unsung heroes
Helping the elderly. Running local youth clubs. These are just some of the activities that many unsung heroes living on Hackney Homes estates. We need you to identify these people so that we can thank them for their efforts and the Hackney Homes Active Residents Awards gives us a chance to do this.
Thursday 23 October 2008
2,000 Hackney Homes tenants make Decent Homes choice
Over two thousand residents turned out at the Town Hall this week to decide how homes in Hackney will be modernised as part of the Decent Homes programme.
Thursday 16 October 2008
Hackney Homes closes down drugs pub
A drug dealing pub on the Stoke Newington high street has been closed by Hackney Homes following evidence of drug dealing on the premises.
Friday 26 September 2008
Hackney Homes supports young locals to succeed
The opportunity to gain a career and make a difference is important to young people in Hackney. That is why Hackney Homes has taken on seven apprentices aged between 16 and 19 within the repairs and maintenance division.
Thursday 18 September 2008
Hackney Homes summer fun days were a big hit
This was the message that residents of all ages said about the fun days which took place across fourteen estates throughout the summer.
Wednesday 17 September 2008
A little respect goes a long way
Young people are trouble makers. Older people are not in touch with what is going on. These stereotypes are common across the borough and over the summer, Hackney Homes has been working with residents of all ages to tackle these.
Tuesday 16 September 2008
Keeping Hackney estates clean and tidy
September is the National Big Tidy Up month and Hackney Homes has been supporting this by encouraging everyone to take a few minutes to think about how you are impacting on the environment.
Monday 15 September 2008
Eat well, be well...
Wilton Estate's Tenants' and Residents' Association have set up a series of healthy eating workshops on the estate, thanks to the Tenants Levy Special Projects fund.
Friday 12 September 2008
Make-over blitz hits estates
Hackney Homes' painting team recently joined forces with a savvy young group of volunteers from a leading international law firm to help make-over Webb Estate's Community Hall.
Monday 18 August 2008
Talking cure helps make estates safer
The Hackney Homes Estate Safety Team are engaging with residents across the borough to raise awareness about how they can report suspicious behaviour and assist with reducing anti-social behaviour in their neighbourhoods
Monday 18 August 2008
Get four weeks rent free by signing up for Direct Debit
With the summer sun out and so many exciting activities to take part in, Hackney Homes wants to help residents take the stress out of paying their rent weekly.
Monday 11 August 2008
Hackney Homes tackles Squatted Homes
Hackney Homes is on track to reduce the number of squatted Council homes in the borough to zero - thanks to a successful cross-cutting partnership approach to tackling the problem.
Thursday 31 July 2008
Hackney residents show off their green thumbs
A vast number of Hackney Homes residents have been showing their interest in growing and looking after their own gardens and green spaces.
Wednesday 30 July 2008
Hackney Homes resident turns budding designer
Hackney Homes has helped kick-start the career of one of its young residents and budding designers, Ben Woodley aged 23 from Hawksley Court Estate, by enlisting his help in designing promotional posters for upcoming Community Fun Days.
Friday 25 July 2008
Summer activities for young people kick boredom out of the picture
There's no reason for young people living on Hackney Homes estates to be bored over the school holidays. This is because Hackney Homes has teamed up with a number of local organisations to provide a range of fun and exciting activities on or near our estates.
Wednesday 23 July 2008
Have fun, get involved and make a difference at Hackney Homes fun days this summer
The sun is out and school is finished for the summer. Time to kick off Hackney Homes community fun days on estates in the borough. Taking place between July and September, Hackney Homes are encouraging all residents to come out and enjoy the fun days and also sign up to get involved and have a say about decisions that affect their homes and environment.
Monday 21 July 2008
Hackney residents commit to 'green' challenge
Residents on the Whiston and Goldsmith Estate in Hackney are pioneering the way for other residents in the borough, taking part in the Hackney Homes 'Green Estate' programme.
Thursday 10 July 2008
Lugging bikes up the stairs is history on a Hackney Homes estate
WIth a large number of cyclists living in the borough, Hackney Homes' estates are being geared up to accommodate their needs. Frampton Park Estate in Homerton recently had bike lockers installed right across the estate to offer safe and convenient storage facilities for cyclists to store their bikes and related equipment.
Thursday 10 July
International visitors help put Hackney on the map
Visitors from Hong Kong and Australia recently helped shine the international spotlight on Hackney by visiting the borough to gain an insight into how council housing stock is managed.
Tuesday 1 July
REAP Olympic funding helps transform Gascoyne Estate
Following a successful application by Hackney Homes for the London Development Agency's REAP (Recreation and Environmental Action Programme) project, Gascoyne Estate has been transformed.
Thursday 12 June
Hackney Homes unearths cannabis factory
A tenant who turned his two bedroom flat into a cannabis factory on the Wrens Park Estate has been rumbled following a joint operation by Hackney Homes, Springfield Safer Neighbourhood Team and the Metropolitan Police and EDF energy.
The raid took place in the early hours of Tuesday 10th June and the tenant was discovered in the property along with hundreds of cannabis plants and the paraphernalia to support continuous production of plants in all of the rooms.
Thursday 29 May
Hackney Homes poster campaign spells improvement
A poster campaign that spells out the improvements we have made to homes, communal areas and estates is launched this week. Called 'Improving Your Estate' it highlights the work that has been undertaken as a result of involvement and suggestions from residents.
Friday 23 May
Hackney Homes celebrates good neighbours day
Hackney Homes is marking European Good Neighbours Day on 27 May with two events, one at Woodberry Down the other at Nightingale Estate.
European Good Neighbours' Day is annual fixture in the calendar and is held in in more than 28 countries. Neighbours' Day aims to bring communities together by encouraging people to talk to their neighbours and get to know each other.
Monday 12 May
Construction trainees make the grade on Woodberry Down
Following a year of hard work, learning and mentoring, fourteen trainees from the Woodberry Works construction centre will graduate on 21st May with an industry recognised qualification and vital working experience.
Thursday May 8th
Hackney Homes duo are recognised for going the extra mile for residents
Taking the time to say thank you and well done for a job well done is important. That is why Hackney Homes took the time to say well done to staff members - Paulette Weekes and Cathy Codrington who have made a real difference to the service that Hackney residents receive.
Friday May 2nd
Six more apprentices to join Hackney Homes award winning scheme
Six more apprentices will be recruited this year to Hackney Homes award winning Apprenticeship Scheme. The scheme which was recognised last year with two Training Excellence Awards by the Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE) is renowned as one of the best schemes in London
Monday April 28th
Stay fire safe at home
Hackney Homes is reminding all residents to stay fire safe at home and make use of the FREE Home Fire Safety Visits (HFSVs) run by the London Fire Brigade.
Friday April 18th
Caring for the environment.What can you do?
Did you know that Hackney Homes has distributed over 8,000 FREE energy saving light bulbs to residents? This is just one of the ways Hackney Homes has been encouraging residents to 'go green' and use less energy, less water and to care for the environment.
Thursday April 17th
Free gardening course for Hackney residents
Hackney Homes residents living on estates with a registered Tenants' and Residents' Association can sign up for a FREE 10 week gardening course run by St Mary's Secret Garden in Shoreditch.
Monday April 14th
Need to report a repair? It is simple and easy
If you are a Hackney Homes tenant, reporting a repair does not have to be stressful. If you'd prefer to speak to someone face-to-face about your repair, why not come along to an upcoming housing repairs surgery?
Monday April 7th
Hackney Homes backs World Health Day
Today 7 April is World Health Day and Hackney Homes is encouraging all our residents to take a stand against unhealthy diets and lifestyles.
Monday April 7th
New Board member for Hackney Homes
Following a successful election campaign, Homerton resident Terry Edwards has been appointed to the Hackney Homes Board.
Tuesday April 1st
Greedy fraudsters uncovered by Hackney Homes
Two fraudsters, who abused their Council tenancies while also owning homes in other boroughs, have been exposed following investigation by Hackney Homes' estate safety team.
Monday March 10
Hackney Homes tenant praises anti-social behaviour project for 'turning her life around'
Deborah from Stamford Hill has lived in Hackney for over seven years and had received complaints about nuisance and anti-social behaviour taking place in her home. She was at risk of losing her home and did not know who or where to turn to.
At the launch event of Hackney Family Intensive Support Project (FISP), a joint Hackney Homes and children's charity, NCH project, Deborah told guests from government and local organisations about how the project has worked with her family to support them to make changes to their life.
Monday February 25
VIP day success for Hackney Homes residents
Over 1000 residents came to the Ocean in Mare Street on Wednesday (20th February) to meet staff from Hackney Homes, speak out about what they want to see on their estates and find out how they can contribute to make a difference.
Thursday February 7
Hackney Homes hosts VIP day for residents
Hackney Homes is dedicating 20th February 2008 to some very important people in Hackney - our 30,000 residents. The Residents Open Day - a day of information, activities and fun will take place at the Ocean in Mare Street between 12noon and 7pm.
Tuesday February 5
Partnership working helping Hackney's Bangladeshi community
Hackney Homes has teamed up with local vocational training company UXL, London's Bangla Housing Association and the London Development Agency to set up free ESOL classes for Hackney's Bangladeshi community.
Thursday January 31
Hackney Homes takes pirates off the air
An ongoing campaign against pirate radio has led to five operations to take pirates off the air on Sunday 27 January on the Woodberry Down estate and in Shoreditch.
Wednesday January 30
Young people say NO to drugs in Hackney
"Drugs are a life sentence. Education and sport are a life choice". This was the message from 18 year old Ari Johnson from the Hackney Youth Parliament to youngsters at the 2nd Annual CrackDown Conference on 24th January.
Tuesday January 22
CrackDown conference tackles substance misuse
Hackney's award-winning CrackDown project is staging a conference this month to promote greater understanding of substance misuse amongst young people in the borough.
Friday January 18
Make a difference in Homerton
Hackney Homes is looking for passionate, active, forward thinking Homerton residents who are willing to stand up and make a difference to where they live.
There is a vacancy on the Hackney Homes board for a Homerton resident and we need you to stand up and represent your neighbourhood. Find out more....
Celebrating Hackney's people
Monday December 17
Taking the time to say thank you and well done is something that we often forget to do. That is why Hackney Homes invited over 150 local people to the 2007 Hackney Homes Active Residents Awards last Thursday to show our appreciation.
Tuesday December 11
Locals build the future at Woodberry Down
A construction training course is giving local people in the Woodberry Down and Stamford Hill area the skills to take advantage of employment opportunities stemming from the Woodberry Down regeneration and the 2012 Olympics and Paralympic Games.
Wednesday November 28
Hackney Homes apprentice leads the way for women in construction
Making it to the top of her field hasn't been enough for Hackney Homes carpenter Callie Duncan who was recently awarded Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE) Female Apprentice of the Year.
Wednesday November 14
Hackney youngsters get history lessons from Carnival founding father
One of the founding fathers of the Notting Hill Carnival, Alex Pascal MBE visited Trelawney Estate in Hackney as part of the year long recognition of the Bicentenary of the abolition of the slave trade.
Monday November 5
Hackney Homes steps up youth activities on our estates
Having something to do after school or college is a major cause for concern for young people on estates. That is why Hackney Homes is working with local youth organisations to expand the activities available for young people to participate on estates.
Friday October 19
Hackney Homes apprentice in the spotlight again
Going the extra mile to ensure that residents are happy with their painting and decorating work is just part of the day job for Ryan Rebeiro. But this positive attitude is paying dividends, with Ryan recently receiving a commendation award at the National Youthbuild Awards 2007 which took place at the House of Commons last week.
Wednesday October 17
Reap the rewards of going green
Wouldn't it be nice to save money on your household bills and help save the planet at the same time? You can, and there is no hassle involved.
Tuesday October 16
Premiership footballer swaps the big stage for Frampton Park Estate
Young people on Frampton Park Estate were in the company of top class footballers last Sunday when Wigan Athletic defender, Fitz Hall dropped by to launch his new sports, dance and music initiative: A-Star.
Monday October 7
You are hired! Hackney Homes welcomes thirteen new apprentices
Whittled down from hundreds, thirteen successful applicants aged between 16 and 19 have passed an application process to become Hackney Homes Apprentices.
Tuesday October 2
Residents lead the way on Hackney Homes Board
Hackney resident Rupert Tyson has been appointed Chair of the Hackney Homes Board and fellow residents Audrey Villas and Alice Burke have been appointed as Vice Chairs.
Monday September 17
Hackney Homes puts the spotlight on the achievements of local people
It is not often that we get a chance to celebrate the achievements of local people making a difference in our community. The Hackney Homes Active Residents Awards gives us a chance to do this.
Tuesday September 11
By Us, For Us - this is the message of the Hackney Homes Youth Website
Young people living in Hackney are some of the biggest users of the Internet in London. That is why Hackney Homes is working with young people in the borough to create a special website just for them.
Tuesday August 21
Hackney Homes residents take a stand against illegal drugs and anti-social behaviour in their area
Key statements from local residents have helped the Hackney CrackDown Project to shut down a flat on Frampton Park Estate where Class A drugs were being used and sold.
Friday August 17
Keep the chain on and ask for ID before you open the door
Bogus callers or distraction burglars often target residents who are elderly, disabled or live alone. Hackney Homes and Hackney Borough Police are advising all residents to keep the chain on when answering the door. If you have an entry phone system, don't let people you do not know in.
Monday August 13
Fundays on Hackney estates are a big hit this summer
Over 60 local people stepped into the spotlight to show off their talent at the Hackney Homes Community Fun Days this July and August. Singers, rappers, dancers, gymnasts and footballers all took part livening up the crowd and getting people on their feet.
Thursday August 9
Top tips for keeping your home burglary proof this summer
With many of us planning our summer holidays in the countryside or abroad, Hackney Homes and Hackney Borough Police are reminding residents that a few simple tasks will help keep homes safe from the preying eyes of burglars.
Friday July 27
Be the next big thing at the Hackney Homes Fun Day Talent Quest
Are you the next Leona Lewis? Or an aspiring Lily Allen? You and your talent will be given an opportunity to shine at the Hackney Homes Fun Day Talent Quest. You don't need to register, simply turn up early on the day and join the list to perform.
Thursday July 26
Working together is good news for Homerton residents
Innovative multi-agency working is making it easier for Homerton residents to access services and bringing about a raft of tangible improvements in the neighbourhood.
Monday July 23
Airport technology assists with the detection of illegal drugs in Hackney properties
Technology more commonly used to detect explosives at airports has helped the Hackney CrackDown Project successfully gain its 50th closure order to shutdown a crackhouse in the borough.
Monday July 9
Summer of fun for Hackney Homes estates
Hackney Homes will host five fun days this July and August for all residents to come along with the whole family.There will be activities for residents of all ages including face painting, a bouncy castle, a football tournament and street dance lessons.
Wednesday July 4
Don't get mad...get mediation
A free Mediation service available to Hackney residents is helping to resolve disagreements between neighbours.
Thursday June 28
Learning the trade and winning awards - all in a days work
Two of Hackney Homes brightest apprentices were winners at the Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE) national Housing and Construction Apprentice Awards 2007.
Tuesday June 12
Hackney's partnership approach celebrated at ASB forum
Anti-social behaviour in Hackney is being tackled by a series of innovative partnerships in the borough, and intervention and prevention are proving to be the vital tactics.
Friday June 1
Knocking on doors across Hackney for annual gas safety checks
Hackney Homes Gas Safety Team have started their annual checks on all council properties in the borough.Gas appliances including boliers and radiators will be serviced to ensure that they are in good working order and are safe to use.
Smarter use of CCTV technology targets Hackney crime 'hotspots'
Thursday May 24
A new and powerful combination of technologies is allowing Hackney Homes to target known crime hotspots. It is the latest innovation in a wide reaching programme that has seen crime drop significantly in the last year.
Hackney's very own 'Kew Gardens' to be showcased at Chelsea Flower Show
Wednesday May 16
The gritty urban landscape of Hackney might not be in the same 'leafy' league as Kew Gardens, but the green spaces of the Clapton Park estate will get the royal seal of approval when they are showcased at the Chelsea Flower Show between 22 and 26 May 2007.
Have your say about resident involvement in Hackney
Monday May 14
Hackney Homes is committed to involving residents in decisions about their homes and environment. Residents can come along to an event on Thursday 24th May at Morley Hall in Mare Street to have their say on different ways to get involved. The event will run from 2pm and 4pm and in the evening from 6pm to 8pm.
More Kickz football sessions for Hackney's young people
Thursday April 5
The Kickz football programme in Hackney is expanding to offer more young people sports and recreation opportunities. Launched in Hackney in November last year, the free programme is rapidly expanding to offer sessions within schools and more locations for after school sessions.
Log on and keep up to date about works to your block
Monday March 26
Improving the interior and exterior of our properties is a priority for Hackney Homes. To make sure that residents are informed about any changes, a brand new search facility is now available via the Hackney Homes website to check any works that are planned or currently ongoing.
Merhaba to our Turkish tenants and homeowners in Hackney
Friday March 16
Serving over 30,000 tenants and homeowners (including London's biggest Turkish speaking community), Hackney Homes News, the monthly newsletter for residents is now available in Turkish and is posted to our Turkish residents every month.
Don't just walk past it, catch it on camera
Thursday March 15
Hackney Homes make it easy for residents to report rubbish dumping, graffiti and communal repairs on their estate. That is why the Caught on Camera scheme which allows residents to use their camera phone to take a picture and send this to the repairs team has been so popular.
Hackney Homes leaseholders get advice on managing bills
Monday February 12
Hackney Homes organised a day long seminar at the Town Hall offering help and advice to leaseholders on managing the payment of their service charges and major works and fitting this in with their day to day bills.
Hackney youngsters move to the beat at estate dance project
Tuesday February 06
Nemesis Street Dance Project is providing youngsters in Hackney professional dance training on their local estates. Young boys and girls between the age of 11 and 18 can attend one of the sessions to practise their dance techniques and to get advice from trained dance professionals.
Hackney's CrackDown project has pioneered the fight against drugs in the borough and led to a reduction in crime and greater support for victims
Tuesday January 30
On the day when Hackney was nationally recognised and celebrated for the achievements made in reducing crime across the borough, the Hackney CrackDown project was singled out as a success in tackling drugs and related crime by key government officials.
Record numbers of Hackney Homes residents sign up to pay rent by direct debit
Friday January 19
By the end of 2006, over 600 residents signed up for direct debit, earning a £10 shopping voucher at the same time. With the campaign to get more residents to sign up continuing in the New Year, even more residents are showing an interest in direct debit to free up their time.
Hackney Homes joins forces to tackle domestic violence and hate crime
Monday 4 December
Hackney Homes and London Borough of Hackney teamed up with key agencies including the Police, women's organisations and local community members to launch two policy documents on Thursday 23rd November.
Hackney Homes secures legal first in closing down noisy nightclub
Monday November 20
Hackney Homes has secured a legal first by successfully closing down the Passing Clouds nightclub on Kingsland Road after complaints by local residents.
The noisy nightclub was shut following joint work between Hackney Homes, local residents, local police, London Fire Brigade and Hackney Council.
Hackney Homes secures legal first in closing down noisy nightclub
Hackney Homes secures legal first in closing down noisy nightclub Hackney Homes scoops national award
Monday October 24
Hackney Homes has received a major national award for its gas servicing programme. Hackney Homes scooped the CORGI award for the second year running and was praised for its innovative customer-focused programme that reaches more than 20,000 residents.
Hackney Homes scoops national award
Hackney Homes scoops national award Excellence in customer services
Friday 20th October
It's official! Hackney Homes' has received a top Charter Mark award for excellent customer services. This standard is awarded in recognition of excellence in customer service and covers the whole of Hackney Homes. This includes our Neighbourhood Offices, the Leasehold and Income Services Team and our Housing Contact Centre (for repairs and maintenance).
Excellence in customer services
Excellence in customer services Hackney Homes in double whammy crack den closure
Tuesday August 29
Hackney Homes Crackdown team and local police have successfully closed two drug dens in Shoreditch.
Hackney Homes in double whammy crack den closure
Hackney Homes in double whammy crack den closure Hackney Homes gives Hoxton homes a facelift
Tuesday August 29
Hundreds of Hackney Homes' tenants are enjoying better quality housing as the Decent Homes programme works its way across the borough.
Hackney Homes launches Active Residents Awards
Thursday August 24
Hackney's unsung heroes who contribute towards building a better community are to be recognised by Hackney Homes through an annual 'Active Resident Awards' ceremony.
Hackney Homes launches Active Residents Awards
Hackney Homes launches Active Residents AwardsSummer activities kick into action
Friday August 11
Hackney Homes is offering a range of free activities for children and teenagers, over the summer break including the Kickz programme that gives teenagers the chance to learn football skills from Arsenal and Leyton Orient players.
Summer activities kick into action
Summer activities kick into action Sizzling success for Fawcett Fun Day
Monday August 14
Hackney Homes is holding six fun days throughout summer. The first took place on 28 July on the Fawcett Estate where residents turned out in force.
Sizzling success for Fawcett Fun Day
Sizzling success for Fawcett Fun Day Signing ceremony marks milestone for Woodberry Down
Tuesday August 8
Woodberry Down is one step closer to realising its £1 billion vision of renewal following the signing of the commitment to kick start the first stage of regeneration.
Woodberry Down signing ceremony
Woodberry Down signing ceremony Hackney Homes' charity walk scales new heights
Friday July 28
A 14-strong team of Hackney Homes' staff has scaled England's highest peak and in the process raised more than £1,000 for St Joseph's Hospice.
Charity walk scales new heights
Charity walk scales new heights Double gas safety win for Hackney Homes
17th July 2006
Hackney Homes has made the grade and gained 'certification' under the CORGI Certification gas scheme as a contractor and also as a Technical Consultancy providing quality assurance service.
Double gas safety win for Hackney Homes
Double gas safety win for Hackney Homes It just takes one
3rd July 2006
From estate notice boards to the back of the number 38 bus, Hackney Homes is spreading the message that it just takes one person to make a difference.
It just takes one
It just takes one Hackney Homes clamps down on estate drug dens
3rd July 2006
Hackney Homes has clamped down on tenants who were caught using their homes as drug dens, following raids with the police last week.
Hackney Homes clamps down on estate drug dens
Hackney Homes clamps down on estate drug densSafety threat tackled and pirate radio shut down
14th June 2006
A large and dangerous mast used by pirate radio operators to illegally broadcast has been removed at Burtonwood Estate.
Safety threat tackled
Safety threat tackled Wanted: Apprentices to Build Hackney's Future
12th June 2006
Hackney Homes is calling for the borough's young people to play a part in building Hackney's future.
Apprentices wanted
Apprentices wanted Gold award for Hackney Homes' playgrounds
7th June
Hackney Homes has received a top Gold accolade from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents for providing top quality play areas.
Gold award for playgrounds
Gold award for playgroundsHackney campaign takes 18 pirate radio stations off air
15th May 2006
An ongoing campaign against pirate radio in Hackney has led to 18 illegal operators being taken off air over the past month.
Hackney campaign takes 18 pirate radio stations off air
Hackney campaign takes 18 pirate radio stations off air Coming soon - a one stop shop for housing services
15th May
You'll soon find something new in your Neighbourhood Housing Office - an information point. They look like a cash machine and offer housing information and services in a number of languages
One stop shop for housing services
One stop shop for housing servicesLift off for Hackney Homes
3rd April 2006
Monday 3rd of April marked lift off for Hackney Homes, the new organisation which will manage and improve the council's housing stock while working in partnership with the Hackney Council.
Lift off for Hackney Homes
Lift off for Hackney Homes Record time for Hackney Homes gas safety servicing
3rd April 2006
Hackney Homes Gas safety team has serviced all of the 18,790 gas appliances in the borough in record time.
Record time for Hackney Homes gas safety servicing
Record time for Hackney Homes gas safety servicing