News for  2010

• Pembury Circus takes shape
  Date: 20 December 2010
  Our exhibition in November was the latest stage in a long-running community engagement programme. Find out what residents had to say.
• Diversity forum focuses on fuel poverty
  Date: 16 December 2010
  An event at the end of November considered the implications of high energy costs for residents and looked at ways of reducing energy use.
• Parking over Christmas and the New Year
  Date: 13 December 2010
  Find out how the festive holidays will affect parking restrictions on our estates.
• Fire safety conference attracts over 100 delegates
  Date: 8 December 2010
  Speakers from the London Fire Brigade and from across the social housing sector were brought together on 23 November.
• Parking policy set for review
  Date: 3 December 2010
  Parking laws set to be introduced in England and Wales are likely to have an impact on illegal parking on our estates.
• A change to service charges for the Priory Green estate
  Date: 30 November 2010
  An increase in the service charge for Priory Green will take effect at the beginning of next year.
• Money guidance hits a century
  Date: 30 November 2010
  Free financial guidance appointments have been popular with Peabody residents – and the service has just notched up its 100th session.
• Applications are open for jobs on the 2011 census
  Date: 26 November 2010
  Census information plays a vital part in decisions about planning, services and funding for local communities. It’s important work and there are vacancies available over the coming months.
• Decent homes programme fosters job creation
  Date: 22 November 2010
  Jamie and Maggie worked on the decent homes programme after joining an apprenticeship scheme at a jobs fair. Now they’re setting up their own business.
• Read the new Engage
  Date: 22 November 2010
  The winter 2010 edition of Engage is available now. Find out what's inside, and read it online.
• Noise nuisance lands estate pet in dog house
  Date: 19 November 2010
  A recent anti-social behaviour case in Westminster highlights the problems that can arise from keeping dogs in unsuitable homes.
• National project puts young people in control
  Date: 16 November 2010
  Our Say Our Way encourages young people to drive change and have a voice, in their local communities and beyond.
• TSA approves inspection action plan progress
  Date: 16 November 2010
  The Tenant Services Authority, Peabody’s regulator, has confirmed that the recommendations from last year’s short notice inspection have been successfully implemented.
• Exhibition showcases Pembury Circus plans
  Date: 15 November 2010
  The public will have an opportunity to see proposals for the redevelopment of the disused area on Pembury Road on 18 and 19 November.
• Government issues guidance on squatters
  Date: 11 November 2010
  The Department of Communities and Local Government and the Ministry of Justice have issued guidance to help homeowners and tenants understand what their rights are when their home has been unlawfully occupied.
• Thinking about borrowing for Christmas?
  Date: 5 November 2010
  Christmas can be expensive. If you're thinking about borrowing to help meet the cost, it's important to look into all of the options.
• Bonfire night strike called off
  Date: 5 November 2010
  Fire Brigades Union agrees to resolution talks aimed at ending employment conditions dispute.
• Resident views drive plans for Pembury Circus
  Date: 5 November 2010
  An extensive consultation with residents and local groups has helped shape proposals for new homes and community facilities in Hackney.
• Fire safety conference is a first for London
  Date: 4 November 2010
  Peabody and London Fire Brigade join forces to launch conference for London social housing providers.
• Stay safe on bonfire night
  Date: 29 October 2010
  A third firefighters' strike is planned for bonfire night. Following the London Fire Brigade's simple safety advice can help keep you safe on 5 November.
• Energy companies issue credit meter rip-off warning
  Date: 27 October 2010
  Illegal top-up sales are on the rise – forcing some customers to pay twice.
• CCTV captures troublemaker red-handed
  Date: 27 October 2010
  A recent eviction on Peabody Avenue sends a message to persistent troublemakers.
• Peabody launches decorating and handyperson service
  Date: 26 October 2010
  London-wide service offers convenience and value for money.
• Peabody dish earns place in BBC history project
  Date: 20 October 2010
  How a resident in Fulham has made his own tribute to the life of George Peabody – and helped tell the story of 'a history of the world'.
• London firefighters set to strike
  Date: 19 October 2010
  The Fire Brigades Union has voted for industrial action on Saturday 23 October and Monday 1 November.
• Peabody announced as prospective new owner of Crown Estate housing estates
  Date: 12 October 2010
  The Crown Estate announced today that it is has chosen Peabody as the prospective purchaser of four estates known as Cumberland Market in Camden, Millbank in Westminster, Victoria Park in Hackney and Tower Hamlets, and Lee Green in Lewisham.
• DIY workshop for residents held at Pembury
  Date: 6 October 2010
  Peabody recently held a DIY workshop on the Pembury estate in Hackney. Find out more
• Single Equality Act 2010
  Date: 1 October 2010
  The Equality Act comes into force today.
• TSA report to residents 2010
  Date: 30 September 2010
  Now available, the 2010 TSA report to residents.
• Customer panel feedback
  Date: 27 September 2010
  A big thank you to you all Peabody Customer Panel members. We now have a 'you said, we did' summary available to show the fantastic contribution you have made to our services.
• RSPCA awards Peabody a Bronze Footprint Award
  Date: 21 September 2010
  Peabody has been awarded a Housing Bronze Footprint, part of the RSPCA Community Animal Welfare Footprints 2010 (CAWF).This recognises Peabody as a leader in the housing sector for our approach to pets.
• Become a Resident Governor
  Date: 10 September 2010
  Peabody is looking for a new resident governor to join its Board.
• North Row opening
  Date: 10 September 2010
  Residents on Peabody’s historic North Row Buildings estate in Wesminster now have an exciting new outdoor space.
• Add your story to the Peabody Time Capsule!
  Date: 10 September 2010
  In 2012 it will be 150 years since Peabody was founded by George Peabody. One way we’re celebrating this anniversary is with the Peabody Time Capsule, a project to record the stories of residents living on Peabody estates.
• M.A.D fun at the Ministry of Sound
  Date: 27 August 2010
  Everyone had a great time at the Ministry of Sound M.A.D. (Making A Difference) youth festival last Wednesday, 25 August.
• Ministry of sound
  Date: 24 August 2010
  Peabody is supporting the M.A.D (Making A Difference) youth festival at the Ministry of Sound this Wednesday, 25 August.
• My Peabody survey
  Date: 24 August 2010
  Thank you to everyone who took part in the recent My Peabody survey. We had an enthusiastic response and a lot of useful feedback.
• Grounds maintenance survey
  Date: 19 August 2010
  Take part in our grounds maintenance service contract survey and help us get it right
• Peabody prospectus
  Date: 11 August 2010
  Read the Peabody Prospectus for an insight into the company, our customers and our great future together.
• Summer edition of Engage magazine now available
  Date: 2 August 2010
  The summer issue of Engage magazine is now available
• Pembury Circus redevelopment
  Date: 28 July 2010
  Come along to an exhibition during August to see plans for Pembury Circus on the Pembury Estate.
• Get involved, make a difference
  Date: 22 July 2010
  Became a resident inspector, estate monitor or join the Contract Core Group.
• Now available: residents handbook and repairs handbook
  Date: 21 July 2010
  The new residents' handbook has been published. Plus, we've written "A guide to repairing and maintaining your home".
• Doing the George Peabody walk
  Date: 21 July 2010
  George Peabody walks are taking place during July, August and September.
• Community fun day this weekend at Hugh Cubitt centre
  Date: 21 July 2010
  Community fun day and BBQ at Hugh Cubitt Centre on Saturday, 24 July
• Extending and improving our services to you
  Date: 19 July 2010
  Why we've been asking you for personal information and how we are using it.
• Residents Consultation
  Date: 16 July 2010
  Feedback from Peabody's recent residents' consultation.
• Peabody Avenue wins Housing Design Award
  Date: 9 July 2010
  Peabody Avenue, the £10.5 million development in Pimlico, has just been announced as a project winner in the 2010 Housing Design Awards.
• Moving to Digital TV
  Date: 2 July 2010
  Peabody is well within schedule to meet the London Digital TV switchover deadline of 2012.
• Green spaces for people
  Date: 28 June 2010
  A partnership between three of the UK's largest housing groups to provide high-quality green spaces around England.
• Residents consultation sessions
  Date: 22 June 2010
  Have your say! Peabody is planning two consultation sessions with residents about the TSA's National Standards during July.
• Community regeneration
  Date: 18 June 2010
  Showcase event acknowledging Peabody's history of and plans for community regeneration.
• The cockney sparrow project
  Date: 17 June 2010
  How Peabody is working on a whole programme of wildlife-related events and activities over the coming year.
• Save water – and save money
  Date: 9 June 2010
  How to save water and reduce costs as well as your carbon footprint.
• New repairs contract update
  Date: 8 June 2010
  It's early days but the signs are good for Peabody's new responsive repairs contract
• Peabody Avenue wins 'Development of the week'
  Date: 7 June 2010
  Inside Housing has named Peabody Avenue 'Development of the week'.
• Bird rescue
  Date: 28 May 2010
  How Peabody's Estate Services team rescued a baby bird in distress on the Wild Street.
• Downsizing options in Westminster
  Date: 26 May 2010
  If you live in Westminster and would like to move to a smaller home, you might like to consider our options.
• Contract with Osborne officially exchanged
  Date: 20 May 2010
  Representatives from the residents’ panel joined staff at Peabody’s head office to celebrate the launch of new, improved repairs contract.
• Peabody Avenue development reaches new highs
  Date: 14 May 2010
  Residents, staff of the Homes and Communities Agency and Westminster Council representatives have gathered to celebrate reaching a key stage in building construction on the historic Peabody Avenue estate.
• Peabody's action plan
  Date: 12 May 2010
  Following Peabody’s Short Notice Inspection by the Audit Commission in December 2009, we have worked with the Resident Review Committee (RRC) to put in place an action plan.
• Whitecross community centre opening and WiFi launch
  Date: 5 May 2010
  Residents on the Whitecross estate in Islington had reason to celebrate recently with the opening of a new community centre and the launch of a new WiFi service.
• Climb on board the Well-being wagon
  Date: 30 April 2010
  The Activate Well-being wagon will be hitched up at Whitecross Street, EC1, from 4-7pm on Friday, 30 April.
• Peabody footballers: never knowingly undergoaled
  Date: 20 April 2010
  A three-day football tournament provided the perfect opportunity for volunteers from John Lewis to pass on valuable advice about building a career in the retail sector to young people from Peabody Avenue and Tachbrook estates.
• Engage Spring 2010
  Date: 12 April 2010
  The Spring 2010 edition of Engage, Peabody’s thrice-yearly magazine for residents, is now available.
• Peabody's new repairs and maintenance service
  Date: 12 April 2010
  From Monday, 17 May 2010, a new contractor will be taking over some of Peabody's repairs and maintenance service.
• Young people in Lewisham cook up a storm
  Date: 9 April 2010
  How young people on Peabody’s Vanguard estate in Lewisham served up a healthy three-course meal to guests from the local community
• Peabody gets vote of confidence from regulator
  Date: 7 April 2010
  The Tenants Service Authority (TSA) has just announced the results of its latest health check on Peabody – and it’s encouraging news.
• Improving lives with Activate London
  Date: 1 April 2010
  Launched in 2008, Activate London, a community-led programme, has improved the health and well-being of almost 21,000 Londoners.
• Peabody Direct: Easter operating hours
  Date: 31 March 2010
  Find out when Peabody Direct is open during the Easter Break.
• Peabody turns 148!
  Date: 26 March 2010
  The Peabody Donation Fund was established just over 148 years ago.
• Audit Commission publishes full inspection report
  Date: 25 March 2010
  Read about the Audit Commission's response to our action plan following last year's short-notice inspection.
• Peabody to help make UK homes greener
  Date: 16 March 2010
  Peabody is to test innovative low-carbon building technology to see how housing stock can be made more energy-efficient.
• Greener spaces for Peabody people
  Date: 16 March 2010
  The Barnwell House estate will be the first to benefit from a programme to regenerate open spaces.
• Free one-to-one money guidance
  Date: 12 March 2010
  Book a 45-minute session with an FSA-trained money guide for personalised financial guidance.
• Digital inclusion conference to focus on 'passing IT on'
  Date: 9 March 2010
  Peabody leads Social Housing and Neighbourhoods workstream at NDI10 conference on 10 and 11 March.
• New apprenticeship to develop tomorrow's housing officers
  Date: 8 March 2010
  The qualification's launch is good news for the housing sector – and fosters new job opportunities in the face of the economic downturn.
• Housing MP Ian Austin applauds Peabody's community services
  Date: 5 March 2010
  Junior Housing Minister Ian Austin gave Peabody a glowing report after visiting the Gateway Centre earlier this week to see how we are tackling worklessness.
• Residents on Shepherd's Bush estate can feel safe again
  Date: 12 February 2010
  Residents and Peabody's community safety team have helped put an end to anti-social behaviour on a Shepherd's Bush estate.
• Peabody publishes repairs service feedback
  Date: 4 February 2010
  How residents' views on the repairs and maintenance service are helping to set priorities for new contractors.
• Getting to know you better
  Date: 3 February 2010
  As part of our commitment to improve services to you and ensure they are accessible, we need to update the information we hold about you and your household. We have appointed a specialist survey company, MpathyPlus, to contact all residents by telephone and update this information on our behalf. They will start the calls from the end of January and it will last until April 2010.
• Peabody welcomes Susan Hickey as new Finance Director
  Date: 1 February 2010
  A qualified chartered accountant, Susan brings with her a broad range of experience in accountancy and commerce.
• Have your say on our Short Notice Inspection
  Date: 1 February 2010
  Residents are invited to give their views and offer suggestions on what Peabody could do to address Audit Commission Inspectors' findings to do with gas servicing, repairs and resident involvement. Your feedback will help us develop our Action Plan. Please complete the online survey by Monday 15 February.
• Changes to our tenancy agreements
  Date: 25 January 2010
  We have finished updating our tenancy agreements. We’ll be delivering them to you before the end of February so that the new terms apply from 5 April 2010.
• London Affordable Homes Show on 6 February
  Date: 25 January 2010
  Find out about affordable options for buying your own home at an event on Saturday 6 February.
• Get involved in the Digital Inclusion project
  Date: 20 January 2010
  Peabody is looking for participants for a new digital media project that brings older and younger people together.
• Peabody welcomes Orchard Hill College to BedZED
  Date: 20 January 2010
  A specialist college for young people and adults is opening a new education centre at Peabody's pioneering carbon neutral BedZED development.
• Five top tips for staying warm and well when it's cold
  Date: 15 January 2010
  You can stay warm and well when it's cold by sticking to some simple rules.
• Tower Hamlets residents’ conference
  Date: 12 January 2010
  If you are a local resident to Tower Hamlets and would like to have your say on proposed local housing standards, set up by the Tenant Services Authority (TSA), then come along to the residents’ conference on Saturday 16 January.
• An interview with Chris Strickland
  Date: 8 January 2010
  With a reenergised Peabody poised at the beginning of a new decade, chair Chris Strickland talks about his vision for the future and what he loves about living in London.
• Peabody sponsors London well-being conference
  Date: 7 January 2010
  The London Well-Being Conference: Better Mental Health will bring together leaders in housing, government, charity and mental health provision.
• Direct Debits have just got easier!
  Date: 4 January 2010
  As you are aware paying bills by direct debit is the easiest and most convenient way of managing your finances. Peabody has recently been authorised to set-up direct debits over the phone.
• Christopher Strickland appointed chair of Peabody
  Date: 4 January 2010
  Peabody has announced the appointment of Christopher Strickland as its new chair. Chris, a Peabody board member since 2003, takes over from Pam Alexander who finished her term as chair at the end of December.

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