Southwark Private Renter’s Conference
On 27th June, twenty people from local voluntary and community sector organizations and Southwark Council met to discuss the issues facing private tenants in Southwark. The Southwark Private Renters’ Conference was supported by Southwark Council which is funding Southwark Private Renters Support Project. Presentations on licensing were given by Roz Spencer from Safer Renting, on […]
SPRSP X Generation Rent: Private Renters Survey
Southwark Private Renters Support Project have teamed up with Generation Rent on a research project to understand more about the state of the private rented sector in Southwark. Generation Rent’s research aims to engage with marginalised communities, ensuring that their experiences feed strongly into their work surrounding the Renters Reform Bill, as well as […]
Do You Receive Benefits and Struggle to Rent in Southwark?
‘No benefits’ policies put in place by landlords and letting agents unfairly lock people out of homes they could otherwise afford – simply because they receive Housing Benefit or Universal Credit. This is discrimination, and it’s unlawful.
Useful Things To Know For The Festive Season – Tips & Organizations That Can Support You
This year might feel more difficult than previous years but there us support available to help you through the holidays and into 2023. Here are some useful things to know: If You or Someone You Know Needs Emergency Housing If you’re worried about becoming homeless, contact Citizens Advice Southwark. They can make the necessary referral […]
Keep Warm This Winter: Tips on Energy and a List of The 33 Warm Spaces Venues in Southwark
Given the current Cost of Living crisis, here is the list of the 33 Warm Space venues in the borough and our tips & tricks on how to keep your energy costs down. As The Cost of Living Crisis intensifies, saving money on energy has never been more important. Here are our easy tips and […]