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New Chief Operating Officer

1st February 2024 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has appointed Chris Marshall as its new Chief Operating Officer.

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Statement on RSH downgrade

29th November 2023 | posted in News

The following statement relates to the announcement of the downgrading of Railway Housing Association's governance grading to G2 by the Regulator of Social Housing.

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A real community hub

9th October 2023 | posted in News

Comedy legend Stan Laurel would have approved of the way residents living in a new housing scheme on the site of his former school have come together to form a new community – with a charity fundraiser one of their latest endeavours.

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Twinkle toes

9th October 2023 | posted in News

Sixties music fan Leslie Wrightson was well known in the Darlington area for his quick feet – both in road races and on the dance floor.

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Pick of the crop

9th October 2023 | posted in News

When it comes to gardening, green fingered Railway Housing resident Susan Lynn Taylor is the pick of the crop.

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Never too old!

9th October 2023 | posted in News

After taking part in her first parkrun, Railway Housing Association resident Joyce Snell is living proof that you’re never too old to try something new.

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New apartments

4th September 2023 | posted in News

The £2 million extension of our popular retirement housing scheme for older people in the centre of Hereford is nearing completion, and we are inviting people to register their interest now.

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Redeem your energy vouchers

2nd June 2023 | posted in News

If you are on a prepayment meter and haven't yet used your £400 energy vouchers please do so as soon as possible.

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A key role

25th May 2023 | posted in News

As a teenager studying Applied Social Science at University, Sharon Thomas had little interest at the time in housing and opted for a module on the history of housing because of her love of history. Little did she know it was the first step into a career that has seen her play a key role in the regeneration of North-East housing.

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Meet Matt

23rd May 2023 | posted in News

New Railway Housing Association Board member Matt Lewer believes putting the resident first is key to maintaining a successful and sustainable housing association.

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Goodbye Anne

24th March 2023 | posted in News

On 5th April 2023, Anne Rowlands will retire as Chief Executive of Railway Housing Association, having spent the last 14 years in this role. We sat down with Anne and asked her to reflect on her time with the Association.

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Don't lose your vote!

23rd March 2023 | posted in News

Please be aware that changes to election rules mean that anyone voting at a polling station in England this May will need to show photo identification before they can be given their ballot paper.

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Change of out of hours number

23rd March 2023 | posted in News

Our out of hours emergency repairs number is changing from 1st April 2023 to 0300 373 2803.

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The Laurels

21st December 2022 | posted in News

Residents have begun moving into a new housing scheme on the site where comedy legend Stan Laurel went to school – and the development has been named in his honour.

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A flexible employer

16th December 2022 | posted in News

Many people decide to go got a job after being tipped off about it by a friend - but it's not usually one over 10,000 miles away.

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Snapping up the prize

16th December 2022 | posted in News

Winning our annual photography competition has resulted in Louise James being able to combine two of her favourite hobbies.

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A silver lining

16th December 2022 | posted in News

We are pleased to announce that we have retained our silver standard Investors in People (IIP) status.

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New Chief Executive

5th December 2022 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has appointed Matthew Sugden as its new Chief Executive. Matthew will officially take up the role in April 2023 upon the retirement of Anne Rowlands, who has spent the last 14 years as the Association’s CEO.

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New Board Chair

11th October 2022 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has appointed a new Chair of its Board, and one of his first tasks will be to oversee the recruitment of a new Chief Executive.

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New Board member

11th October 2022 | posted in News

Mark Grandfield is planning to bring 20-plus years’ experience in the housing industry to bear in his new role as a Board Member at Railway Housing Association.

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Good neighbours

11th October 2022 | posted in News

Two of our residents from York have won our national neighbour of the year award.

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Anne announces retirement

23rd September 2022 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has begun the search for a new Chief Executive after the current CEO Anne Rowlands announced her retirement.

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A Grand Day Out

7th September 2022 | posted in News

In her latest blog, our Chief Executive Anne Rowlands explains why it was great to once again be able to welcome people back to our annual residents' conference.

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Regulatory outcome

2nd September 2022 | posted in News

The Regulator of Social Housing has once again awarded Railway Housing Association the highest possible rating for the way we are governed (known as rating G1).

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Homeland support

19th April 2022 | posted in News

A Railway Housing Association resident who is from Ukraine has found herself at the centre of the Darlington's humanitarian aid for the war-town country.

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Flower power

19th April 2022 | posted in News

Good things come in threes and that’s certainly the case for the winner of a our annual gardening competition.

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Inextricably linked

19th April 2022 | posted in News

In her latest blog, Railway Housing Association Chief Executive Anne Rowlands discusses the plans being put together to celebrate the bicentennial of the Stockton and Darlington Railway in 2025.

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Grand Day Out

1st March 2022 | posted in News

We're inviting residents to apply to attend our Grand Day Out on 29th June and nominate someone for our 2022 Good Neighbour of the Year award.

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Board appointment

8th February 2022 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Carl Makin as Vice-Chair of our Board.

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No stone unturned

8th February 2022 | posted in News

Karen West left no stone unturned in her search for the best picture and that’s why she was the worthy winner of our annual photography competition.

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New older people homes underway

21st January 2022 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has started work to extend our popular sheltered housing scheme for older people in the centre of Hereford.

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Welcome on Board

16th December 2021 | posted in News

Proud Northerner Michael Lawrence says he is looking forward to “giving something” back in his new role as a member of the board at Railway Housing Association.

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New office

16th December 2021 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has left the offices it has occupied for over 40 years as part of the planned redevelopment of the town’s railway station.

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Aiming high

16th December 2021 | posted in News

At a time of life when many might be thinking of taking it easy, Ann Thomas decided it was time to jump out of an aeroplane.

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An interesting journey

10th December 2021 | posted in News

In her latest blog, Railway Housing Association Chief Executive Anne Rowlands outlines the steps we are taking to hopefully one day achieving zero carbon status.

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Sisterhood

3rd November 2021 | posted in News

In her latest blog, our Chief Executive Anne Rowlands looks at the strides women are making to address the gender imbalance in professional life.

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Wall to wall

7th October 2021 | posted in News

In her latest blog, our Chief Executive, and history lover, Anne Rowlands shares her experience of walking the length of Hadrian's Wall.

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MP visits development

28th September 2021 | posted in News

Bishop Auckland MP Dehenna Davison has given her seal of approval to a new affordable housing development which is underway on the site of an historic local building.

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We can get satisfaction

6th July 2021 | posted in News

In her latest blog, Railway Housing Association Chief Executive Anne Rowlands discusses the results of our latest resident satisfaction survey.

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Northern Housing award

24th May 2021 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has won another prestigious development award for a scheme in Darlington which included the sympathetic conversion of a listed railway engine shed built in 1844.

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And the award goes to...

12th May 2021 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association is in the running for two prestigious housing awards for a development which included the restoration of a listed railway building from 1844.

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Staying Covid-secure

22nd April 2021 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association can confirm is has complied with the Government's guidance on managing the risk of Covid-19.

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No filter required

21st April 2021 | posted in News

In her latest blog, our Chief Executive Anne Rowlands prepares for her first virtual awards ceremony.

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A habit of a lifetime

21st April 2021 | posted in News

In her latest blog, our Chief Executive Anne Rowlands wonders how the last 12 months will change the habits we all used to take for granted.

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Residents' survey

11th March 2021 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association is preparing to carry out a residents' satisfaction survey in March to find out what people think of their home and the services they receive.

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New homes

27th January 2021 | posted in News

Residents have moved into their homes at a £2.4 million new affordable housing development in the centre of Darlington.

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Taking Shape

15th January 2021 | posted in News

In her latest blog, our Chief Executive Anne Rowlands discusses being part of the PlaceShapers network.

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New homes planned

15th December 2020 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has started work on the £5.2 million redevelopment of a rundown old school which was once attended by comedy legend Stan Laurel.

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Thank you Alistair

10th December 2020 | posted in News

Alistair Brown experienced a lot during his 9 years as a Railway Housing Association Board Member and admits it’s difficult to single out a particular highlight.

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Don't rock the boat

10th December 2020 | posted in News

Hayley Giles will always put her ‘oar’ in when it comes to supporting Railway Housing Association’s residents in Hull and East Riding.

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The Commitments

2nd December 2020 | posted in News

In her latest blog, Railway Housing Association Chief Executive Anne Rowlands dissects the new social housing white paper.

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New housing officer

2nd December 2020 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association would like to welcome the new Housing Officer for the Yorkshire area.

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'Snapping' up the prize

19th November 2020 | posted in News

There's no chance of Paula Craggs losing focus and that’s why she was the deserving winner of our annual report photography competition.

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Who can you call (Ellie!)

19th November 2020 | posted in News

Whether it’s dripping taps or broken boilers, it’s very likely that it will be Ellie Tighe who will be trying to help.

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The House Doctor

3rd November 2020 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has appointed someone who has been in 38 prisons – but in Steve Jones’s case it was an essential part of his job!

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A real 'Asset'

3rd November 2020 | posted in News

Anthony Bell will prove a great ‘asset’ to Railway Housing Association in his new role as one of our board members.

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History and heritage

6th October 2020 | posted in News

In her latest blog, our Chief Executive Anne celebrates the 195th anniversary of the Stockton and Darlington Railway and how this links to the history of Railway Housing Association.

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Full steam ahead for Philip

18th September 2020 | posted in News

Philip Dunn’s father worked on the railways, one of his grandparents lived in a Railway Housing Association home and he admits to being a “closet train spotter”, so that makes him perfect for his role as our newest board member.

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Keeping busy

18th September 2020 | posted in News

Residents at our Great Western Court sheltered housing scheme in Hereford kept themselves busy during the Covid-19 lock-down.

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More haste, less speed

27th August 2020 | posted in News

In her latest blog, Railway Housing Association Chief Executive Anne Rowlands shares her concerns over certain elements of the Government's proposed planing reforms and hopes it won't end up "in another fine mess".

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On the right track!

9th July 2020 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association's first-ever apprentice is continuing on the right tracks – over 10 years since joining.

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Information for all residents

26th June 2020 | posted in News

Here is some updated information for residents relating to Covid-19 (Coronavirus)

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Hairdressing advice

26th June 2020 | posted in News

Information for residents and visiting hairdressers

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In for the long haul

26th June 2020 | posted in News

In her latest blog, our Chief Executive Anne Rowlands explains why she is so proud of how Railway Housing Association staff have conducted themselves during the Covid-19 lock-down.

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New residents' portal

9th June 2020 | posted in News

We are delighted to announce that our new online residents' portal is now live.

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Good neighbour of the year 2020

5th June 2020 | posted in News

Due to the Covid-19 lock-down, we have extended the closing date of our 2020 Good Neighbour of the Year competition.

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Grabbing the bull by the horns!

4th June 2020 | posted in News

A call from a resident to report divots caused by an escaped bull is not something that occurs every day, but this is exactly what happened at one of our properties in North Yorkshire recently.

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New board member sought

4th June 2020 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has a vacancy for a board member.

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A marathon, not a sprint

19th May 2020 | posted in News

In her latest blog, Chief Executive Anne Rowlands discusses how Railway Housing Association has adapted to new working arrangements caused by the Covid-19 lockdown.

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VE-Day anniversary

29th April 2020 | posted in News

Friday 8th May marks the 75th anniversary of VE Day and whilst social distancing regulations means national events that were planned are unable to go ahead, there are still ways you can remember, commemorate and learn about those who served in the war and celebrated on VE-Day.

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Money advice for residents

24th March 2020 | posted in News

The spread of Coronavirus, also called COVID-19, in the UK and across the world could have implications for your work, benefits and travel plans. The Money Advice Service has published a useful guide to help people during this difficult time.

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Coronavirus - information for residents

18th March 2020 | posted in News

The wellbeing of residents, staff and contractors is our highest priority. We are having to change how we currently deliver services to avoid, wherever possible, people’s exposure to Coronavirus.

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100 years in the making

12th February 2020 | posted in News

In 2019, Railway Housing Association marked its 100th anniversary by holding a range of events/activities to celebrate its centenary.

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Another fine housing scheme!

12th February 2020 | posted in News

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Construction underway

12th February 2020 | posted in News

Two organisations with a combined 260 years of building homes are working in partnership on a new £2.2 million affordable housing development in Darlington.

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Best Housing Development

15th January 2020 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has won development of the year in the 2019 Chartered Institute of Housing Northern Housing Awards.

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Christmas office closure

15th December 2019 | posted in News

Our head office will be closed from noon on Tuesday 24th December until 8.30am on Thursday 2nd January 2020. For emergency repairs please call the out of hours number on 0300 303 4917.

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A very special meeting

1st November 2019 | posted in News

There was only one place to hold our annual general meeting in our centenary year – the National Railway Museum in York of course!

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Our own exhibition

1st November 2019 | posted in News

An exhibition celebrating 100 years of Railway Housing Association is taking place in Darlington.

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The awards season

1st November 2019 | posted in News

One of Railway Housing Association's developments has been nominated for two prestigious awards.

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Good neighbour of the year

30th August 2019 | posted in News

A man described as an “earth angel” has won Railway Housing Association's national good neighbour of the year award.

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All aboard the Centenary express

11th June 2019 | posted in News

We were delighted to mark our 100th anniversary by taking 100 of our residents on an afternoon tea experience on board a heritage railway.

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I declare these homes open!

11th June 2019 | posted in News

BBC presenter Jeff Brown was the guest of honour at the opening of our new affordable housing scheme in Darlington.

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A silver lining

11th June 2019 | posted in News

We have successfully retained our Investors in People Silver Accreditation following a recent assessment.

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Chris steps on board

6th May 2019 | posted in News

Chris Fawcett has joined the board of Railway Housing Association, following an extensive recruitment and selection process.

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New homes on the menu

6th May 2019 | posted in News

Students close to our newest affordable housing scheme in Darlington were set the challenge of cooking up a treat at its official opening.

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Cheers!

6th May 2019 | posted in News

We have teamed up with a family-run local craft brewery to make a beer to celebrate our100th anniversary.

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Railway People - Sharon Worrall

6th May 2019 | posted in News

In the latest of a series looking at the people who make Railway Housing Association tick, we speak to our Maintenance Assistant Sharon Worrall.

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All aboard

18th February 2019 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association is marking its 100th anniversary by taking its residents back in time – on a steam train!

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New homes planned

18th February 2019 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has received the go-ahead to build 16 affordable homes for older people in Darlington.

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Grand Day Out

30th January 2019 | posted in News

Our 2019 residents' 'Grand Day Out' will take place in Darlington on Wednesday 3rd July.

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Good Neighbour of the Year 2019

30th January 2019 | posted in News

Do you have what it takes to become our Good Neighbour of the Year in our centenary year?

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Come on Board?

16th January 2019 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association is seeking a new board member to join us in our 100th year.

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Railway People - Tracy Comerford

8th January 2019 | posted in News

In the latest in a series looking at the people who make Railway Housing Association tick, we speak to our Senior Finance Assistant Tracy Comerford.

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Railway People - Charlotte Wallace

8th January 2019 | posted in News

In the latest in our series looking at the people who make Railway Housing Association tick we speak to our Maintenance Assistant Charlotte Wallace.

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Best Kept Garden 2018

8th January 2019 | posted in News

A County Durham woman has credited one of the hottest summers in history with helping her to win our annual gardening competition - for the second time.

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Top rated

2nd November 2018 | posted in News

England's national housing regulator has awarded Railway Housing Association its highest possible rating.

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Involving residents

26th September 2018 | posted in News

Resident involvement was the order of the day at our ‘grand day out’ in York in the summer.

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Satisfaction survey

20th September 2018 | posted in News

An independent survey has revealed Railway Housing Association residents are among the most satisfied in the UK.

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Carl comes on Board

20th September 2018 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has appointed the youngest board member in its history.

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A model development

7th September 2018 | posted in News

Shadow Housing Secretary John Healey visited Railway Housing Association’s new £8 million affordable housing scheme in Darlington and referred to it as a “model development”.

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Welcome on Board

5th September 2018 | posted in News

The newest member of the Railway Housing Association board is hoping his role will make a real difference to people’s lives.

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New homes in Darlington

3rd September 2018 | posted in News

People have begun moving into their new homes on our new £8 million affordable housing development in Darlington.

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Rick's a Good Neighbour

26th June 2018 | posted in News

One of our residents living in Hereford was the overwhelming choice of residents who helped to judge our annual Good Neighbour of the Year award.

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Residents' portal

20th June 2018 | posted in News

Due to transferring to a new IT system, residents will see that the 'My Home' portal on the home page of our website has been removed. There will be a replacement portal, but that is still in development and will be available in 2019. We will provide a further update as we get close to launching the new portal.

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Vera turns 100

31st May 2018 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association's latest centenarian has credited healthy living as the secret to her longevity.

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Board members sought

20th March 2018 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association is currently seeking two new board members.

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Hands on experience

8th March 2018 | posted in News

A group of construction students are getting hands on experience at our newest development.

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Tenant satisfaction survey

12th February 2018 | posted in News

Residents living in Railway Housing Association’s 1,400-plus homes are being invited to give their views about the services we provide.

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A year of development

9th February 2018 | posted in News

As well as our new scheme in Darlington, 2018 promises to be a busy year of development for Railway Housing Association.

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Our centenary year

9th February 2018 | posted in News

On 19th July 1919, ‘The North Eastern Railway Cottage Homes and Benefit Fund’ was formed.

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A medal fit for a hero

18th January 2018 | posted in News

One of our residents is now the proud owner of a medal given to her late father for his service during the Second World War.

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Board visit new homes

3rd January 2018 | posted in News

Members of the Railway Housing Association Board recently visited the site of our new, 73-home affordable housing development in Darlington.

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Best Kept Garden competition

20th December 2017 | posted in News

A couple from Darlington have been named the winners of our Best Kept Garden competition.

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Railway People - Clare Richardson

18th December 2017 | posted in News

In our series of features looking at the people who make Railway Housing Association tick, we find out why Clare Richardson is our own version of Kirstie Allsop.

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Christmas closing details

18th December 2017 | posted in News

We close at noon on Friday 22nd December and re-open at 9am on the 2nd January. If you need emergency repairs during this time please call 0300 3034917 and residents who have a pull cord will need to speak to CWC. We would like to wish all our residents a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

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Top rated

5th December 2017 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association is amongst the best governed and financially managed providers of social housing in the UK.

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Railway People - Hilary Lewis

10th October 2017 | posted in News

In our series of features looking at the people who make Railway Housing Association tick, we speak to Hilary Lewis, who works in our most southerly outpost.

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Best Kept Garden 2017

8th August 2017 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association residents are being invited to enter our 2017 best kept garden competition.

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Good Neighbour of the Year 2017

29th June 2017 | posted in News

A woman described as "the backbone" of the communty has won our Good Neighbour of the Year competition.

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Fire safety advice

26th June 2017 | posted in News

In the light of the Grenfell Tower fire in London, Railway Housing Association would like to offer reassurance to our residents about the fire safety of our homes.

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Railway People - Anne Rowlands

9th May 2017 | posted in News

In the first of series of features looking at people who work for Railway Housing Association, we ask our Chief Executive Anne Rowlands to share a typical day in her life.

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£6m investment in new homes

15th March 2017 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has received funding of £1.75 million to put towards a £6 million investment in new homes.

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Stuart joins the Board

10th March 2017 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association is pleased to welcome its newest Board member, Stuart Blackett.

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Good Neighbour of the Year 2017

24th February 2017 | posted in News

We are seeking nominations from Railway Housing Association residents for our 2017 Good Neighbour of the Year award.

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Garden of the year

8th February 2017 | posted in News

One of our residents from York has won our 2016 Best Kept Garden competition.

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Grand Day Out

24th January 2017 | posted in News

We are inviting our residents to join us at our annual conference in York.

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Chief Executive blog

24th January 2017 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association's Chief Executive Anne Rowlands has written her latest blog for 24 Housing magazine.

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Maintenance newsletter

16th January 2017 | posted in News

We have published our annual newsletter, Maintenance Mail, which goes out to all our residents.

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Toy donation

14th December 2016 | posted in News

Staff from Railway Housing Association have donated toys for an appeal to help disadvantaged children this Christmas.

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Top rating from regulator

28th October 2016 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has maintained its top rating from the national housing regulator.

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Work starts on new homes

27th October 2016 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has begin work on a new, 73-home development in Darlington.

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June joins the Board

26th October 2016 | posted in News

June Grimes is the newest member of the Railway Housing Association Board.

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New board member sought

7th October 2016 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association is inviting people to join its Board.

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New payment methods

16th September 2016 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has teamed up with 'Allpay' to introduce new ways for residents to pay their rent/charges.

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Amy graduates to permanent role

12th September 2016 | posted in News

Three years of hard work have paid off for Amy Jones after she became the second apprentice to be permanently employed by Railway Housing Association.

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Social value

12th September 2016 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association is creating over £6 million of social value for its residents through its work providing affordable homes and services, a new report reveals.

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Good Neighbour of the Year

16th August 2016 | posted in News

A handyman has become the first person to win Railway Housing Association's good neighbour of the year award twice.

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Value for money strategy

3rd August 2016 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association's Value for Money Strategy for 2016-2021 has been published.

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New Chair of Board

1st August 2016 | posted in News

Berni Whitaker is the new Chair of the Railway Housing Association Board.

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Every cloud has a silver lining

6th June 2016 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has been awarded the Investors in People (IIP) Silver Accreditation, demonstrating the organisation’s commitment to high performance through the way it manages its staff.

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Best Kept Garden Competition 2016

6th June 2016 | posted in News

Entries are now open for the 2016 Railway Housing Association Best Kept Garden Competition.

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Residents' stories

6th June 2016 | posted in News

Read about the people living in our homes who lead some very interesting lives.

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Out of hours telephone number

25th April 2016 | posted in News

From 3rd May 2016, we will have a new out of hours telephone number for residents to report emergency repairs.

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Edna is still shouting House!

8th March 2016 | posted in News

Our oldest resident has just celebrated her amazing 104th birthday.

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A trip down memory lane

8th March 2016 | posted in News

One of our residents has just celebrated his 101st birthday.

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Good Neighbour of the Year 2016

11th February 2016 | posted in News

We are seeking nominations for our 2016 Good Neighbour of the Year Award.

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Darlington plans unveiled

9th February 2016 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has received the go-ahead to build its biggest development in recent history, which will include the conversion of an historic railway building in Darlington.

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2016 Residents' Conference

9th February 2016 | posted in News

Our 2016 Residents' Conference will take place on Wednesday 22nd June and if you live in a Railway Housing Association property, you are welcome to attend.

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Is a £450,000 home affordable?

21st January 2016 | posted in News

In her latest blog, Railway Housing Association Chief Executive Anne Rowlands wonders how a £450,000 home can be classed as affordable.

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New Chair of Board sought

21st December 2015 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association is seeking a new Chair of its Board.

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Christmas office closure

20th December 2015 | posted in News

Our head office will be closed from noon on 24th December 2015 and will re-open at 8.30am on Monday 4th January 2016. If any of our residents have emergency repairs please ring the out of hours number 01429 298988, and use your pull cords if needed.

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Top rating

20th December 2015 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has achieved the highest possible rating from its regulator, the Homes and Communities Agency.

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High satisfaction levels

17th November 2015 | posted in News

People living in our homes are among the most satisfied tenants in the UK, a new survey has revealed.

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£1.5 million home investment

13th October 2015 | posted in News

Hundreds of homes are to be upgraded as part of a £1.5 million modernisation programme being undertaken by Railway Housing Association.

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Jon gets on Board at Railway

10th September 2015 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association is hoping to get value for money from its newest board member.

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New homes in Darlington

7th September 2015 | posted in News

A new £1.3 million affordable housing scheme for older people has opened in Darlington.

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Good Neighbour of the Year

1st September 2015 | posted in News

A man's tireless efforts to help others has won him the 2015 Railway Housing Association Good Neighbour of the Year award.

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The Matchstick Man strikes again

22nd June 2015 | posted in News

A 92-year-old man who spends his days making intricate models of his favourite trains – using matchsticks – has unveiled his latest labour of love.

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Friends pay tribute to Anne

20th June 2015 | posted in News

People living in a Railway Housing Association sheltered housing scheme have raised money for the hospice that supported their friend who sadly died of cancer.

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New homes in East Riding

19th June 2015 | posted in News

Railway Housing Association has officially opened a £3.9 million, 26-home affordable housing scheme in East Yorkshire.

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