Renew is a new inquiry, supported by Homes for the North and Muse, to explore housing-led regeneration’s role in delivering growth, tackling the housing crisis, and strengthening communities across the North.
We want to make sure no one and nowhere is left behind.
Chair of Renew Lord Best OBE DL said:
Chair of Renew Lord Best OBE DL said:
“I am really pleased to be chairing Renew not only because the issue of regeneration in our Northern regions is of huge significance, but also because I know the Northern Housing Consortium will do a really good job in assembling the evidence and making the case for change.
“…the powerful voice of the NHC for the Northern regions is badly needed to make the case for housing-led regeneration, particularly for the housing stock that is now reaching the end of its useful life.
“I believe Renew could make a real difference.”
Hear from inquiry chair Lord Best
The housing crisis looks different in different places. In many areas of the North, housing-led regeneration is needed alongside delivering new homes to drive real change for, and with, local communities.
Over the course of 18 months, we will bring together northern social housing providers, Mayoral Combined Authorities, local authorities, the Government, politicians, residents and other stakeholders who want to make sure everyone has access to a safe and warm home in a place they’re proud of.
Renew will explore how housing-led regeneration can better support national priorities including economic growth, increasing housing supply and cutting bills and emissions. It will also consider how regeneration can help create safer neighbourhoods, boost skills and employment, and improve health and wellbeing. Crucially, this work will remain rooted in the needs and aspirations of local communities.
Renew is supported by:
