Perspectives on regeneration

This collection of think pieces brings together some of the North’s leading voices on regeneration. It sets the context for the Renew inquiry looking at why regeneration is an essential part of tackling the housing crisis in the North and driving economic growth. The articles share examples of best practice and partnership working, as well as covering the importance of tenant voice, and looking beyond the social housing sector into the private rented sector and at community-led initiatives.

All PerspectivesIntroducing RenewBuilding a case Delivering Regeneration
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ALL PERSPECTIVES

Laying firm foundations for better lives and Northern growth 

,
Tracy explains how the Renew inquiry is an essential part of the NHC’s vision that everyone has a safe, warm home that’s affordable to them in a place they’re proud of. The need for housing-led regeneration in the North must be met to make sure no-one and no-where is left behind, and to unleash the benefits of economic growth in the North.  

A path to renew thousands of homes – and lives – across the North

,
Lord Best shares why he is chairing the Renew inquiry. He wants to make sure there is full recognition of the case for improving the lives of those living in highly unsatisfactory homes and environments – alongside developing new homes.  

The Challenge for Renew

,
Ed sets out a how housing-led regeneration is an essential part of tackling the housing crisis. He believes Renew must build a compelling case by highlighting the social, economic and political benefits of housing-led regeneration, learning from the past and identifying specific challenges in the North.

Regeneration means more and better homes

,
Paul shares Homes for the North’s findings about the need for and benefits of housing-led regeneration in the North. He discusses how regeneration complements development of new homes, and ways regeneration can be supported at scale.  

Working together to deliver regeneration

,
Phil shares how housing renewal sits at the heart of creating better places where people want to live, work and invest. He looks at the ingredients needed to make regeneration a success including partnership working and community trust built through delivering visible results.  

The opportunity of devolution

,
Charlie and Nick are both actively involved in their regions’ housing partnerships and believe that that devolution offers a massive opportunity. They argue a dedicated, locally administered funding pot for housing regeneration would be transformative. It would allow regions to target investment where it will have the greatest impact and drive long term regeneration.

Regeneration means delivering for northern communities

,
Andrew Cooper MP for sets out how housing-led regeneration gives Government the opportunity to connect national objectives - growth, opportunity, and fairness - with the everyday places where people live their lives. Renew embodies the collaborative, evidence-driven approach needed to make the most of current opportunities to make a difference.

Housing-led regeneration as a driver of delivery and growth

,
Pat discusses the importance of regeneration to supporting growth and resident wellbeing across the North. She shares how Homes England is ready to work as part of strong partnerships to bring confidence and long-term change to areas.

Grove Street and the case for housing-led renewal 

,
Dr Michael Birkett shares learning from Liverpool's Grove Street regeneration project. He says regeneration is about more than replacing old homes, it’s about renewing opportunity, restoring pride and building the conditions for long-term prosperity. 

Unity’s perspective on regeneration: putting people at the heart of Renew

,
Cedric Boston shares a different approach to regeneration which measures the impact on people and their ability to transform their lives, as well as improvements to homes and the built environment. He talks about how Unity’s two main divisions, Unity Housing and Unity Enterprise, work together to provide a launchpad for people to transform their life chances.  

Rebuilding trust, connection and ambition in Gleadless Valley

,
Lara shares how a ‘Resident Power’ approach to the regeneration of Gleadless Valley has built trust and established an important community role in the future of the area.

Listening, learning, and leading: putting residents at the heart of social housing regeneration

,
Adam discusses the importance of resident voice in the Government’s Pride in Place Programme, which is working with communities to create plans for thriving neighbourhoods. Adam also shares key principles for Renew in ensuring improving homes and neighbourhoods is truly community-led. 

The essential role of the PRS in regenerating the North

,
Carla shares her views on issues in the private rented sector, and why the sector must be at front of mind when planning regeneration, if we want to see impact where it’s needed most. Carla founded The Ethical Lettings Agency in Redcar in Teeside in 2015 and draws on her experience of running a social enterprise that lets, buys and manages properties fairly. 

Community-led regeneration in East Marsh

,
Paula sets out how East Marsh in Grimsby has been transformed by residents through a community-led movement. The East Marsh Community Benefit Society purchases derelict or mismanaged terraced houses, transforming them into warm and safe affordable homes.  East Marsh United brings residents together cultivating joy and wellbeing through community events.  

INTRODUCING RENEW

Laying firm foundations for better lives and Northern growth 

,
Tracy explains how the Renew inquiry is an essential part of the NHC’s vision that everyone has a safe, warm home that’s affordable to them in a place they’re proud of. The need for housing-led regeneration in the North must be met to make sure no-one and no-where is left behind, and to unleash the benefits of economic growth in the North.  

A path to renew thousands of homes – and lives – across the North

,
Lord Best shares why he is chairing the Renew inquiry. He wants to make sure there is full recognition of the case for improving the lives of those living in highly unsatisfactory homes and environments – alongside developing new homes.  

The Challenge for Renew

,
Ed sets out a how housing-led regeneration is an essential part of tackling the housing crisis. He believes Renew must build a compelling case by highlighting the social, economic and political benefits of housing-led regeneration, learning from the past and identifying specific challenges in the North.

BUILDING A CASE

Regeneration means more and better homes

,
Paul shares Homes for the North’s findings about the need for and benefits of housing-led regeneration in the North. He discusses how regeneration complements development of new homes, and ways regeneration can be supported at scale.  

Working together to deliver regeneration

,
Phil shares how housing renewal sits at the heart of creating better places where people want to live, work and invest. He looks at the ingredients needed to make regeneration a success including partnership working and community trust built through delivering visible results.  

The opportunity of devolution

,
Charlie and Nick are both actively involved in their regions’ housing partnerships and believe that that devolution offers a massive opportunity. They argue a dedicated, locally administered funding pot for housing regeneration would be transformative. It would allow regions to target investment where it will have the greatest impact and drive long term regeneration.

Regeneration means delivering for northern communities

,
Andrew Cooper MP for sets out how housing-led regeneration gives Government the opportunity to connect national objectives - growth, opportunity, and fairness - with the everyday places where people live their lives. Renew embodies the collaborative, evidence-driven approach needed to make the most of current opportunities to make a difference.

Housing-led regeneration as a driver of delivery and growth

,
Pat discusses the importance of regeneration to supporting growth and resident wellbeing across the North. She shares how Homes England is ready to work as part of strong partnerships to bring confidence and long-term change to areas.

DELIVERING HOUSING-LED AND PEOPLE-CENTRED REGENERATION

Grove Street and the case for housing-led renewal 

,
Dr Michael Birkett shares learning from Liverpool's Grove Street regeneration project. He says regeneration is about more than replacing old homes, it’s about renewing opportunity, restoring pride and building the conditions for long-term prosperity. 

Unity’s perspective on regeneration: putting people at the heart of Renew

,
Cedric Boston shares a different approach to regeneration which measures the impact on people and their ability to transform their lives, as well as improvements to homes and the built environment. He talks about how Unity’s two main divisions, Unity Housing and Unity Enterprise, work together to provide a launchpad for people to transform their life chances.  

Rebuilding trust, connection and ambition in Gleadless Valley

,
Lara shares how a ‘Resident Power’ approach to the regeneration of Gleadless Valley has built trust and established an important community role in the future of the area.

Listening, learning, and leading: putting residents at the heart of social housing regeneration

,
Adam discusses the importance of resident voice in the Government’s Pride in Place Programme, which is working with communities to create plans for thriving neighbourhoods. Adam also shares key principles for Renew in ensuring improving homes and neighbourhoods is truly community-led. 

The essential role of the PRS in regenerating the North

,
Carla shares her views on issues in the private rented sector, and why the sector must be at front of mind when planning regeneration, if we want to see impact where it’s needed most. Carla founded The Ethical Lettings Agency in Redcar in Teeside in 2015 and draws on her experience of running a social enterprise that lets, buys and manages properties fairly. 

Community-led regeneration in East Marsh

,
Paula sets out how East Marsh in Grimsby has been transformed by residents through a community-led movement. The East Marsh Community Benefit Society purchases derelict or mismanaged terraced houses, transforming them into warm and safe affordable homes.  East Marsh United brings residents together cultivating joy and wellbeing through community events.  
All PerspectivesIntroducing RenewBuilding a case Delivering Regeneration
PreviousNext

ALL PERSPECTIVES

Laying firm foundations for better lives and Northern growth 

,
Tracy explains how the Renew inquiry is an essential part of the NHC’s vision that everyone has a safe, warm home that’s affordable to them in a place they’re proud of. The need for housing-led regeneration in the North must be met to make sure no-one and no-where is left behind, and to unleash the benefits of economic growth in the North.  

A path to renew thousands of homes – and lives – across the North

,
Lord Best shares why he is chairing the Renew inquiry. He wants to make sure there is full recognition of the case for improving the lives of those living in highly unsatisfactory homes and environments – alongside developing new homes.  

The Challenge for Renew

,
Ed sets out a how housing-led regeneration is an essential part of tackling the housing crisis. He believes Renew must build a compelling case by highlighting the social, economic and political benefits of housing-led regeneration, learning from the past and identifying specific challenges in the North.

Regeneration means more and better homes

,
Paul shares Homes for the North’s findings about the need for and benefits of housing-led regeneration in the North. He discusses how regeneration complements development of new homes, and ways regeneration can be supported at scale.  

Working together to deliver regeneration

,
Phil shares how housing renewal sits at the heart of creating better places where people want to live, work and invest. He looks at the ingredients needed to make regeneration a success including partnership working and community trust built through delivering visible results.  

The opportunity of devolution

,
Charlie and Nick are both actively involved in their regions’ housing partnerships and believe that that devolution offers a massive opportunity. They argue a dedicated, locally administered funding pot for housing regeneration would be transformative. It would allow regions to target investment where it will have the greatest impact and drive long term regeneration.

Regeneration means delivering for northern communities

,
Andrew Cooper MP for sets out how housing-led regeneration gives Government the opportunity to connect national objectives - growth, opportunity, and fairness - with the everyday places where people live their lives. Renew embodies the collaborative, evidence-driven approach needed to make the most of current opportunities to make a difference.

Housing-led regeneration as a driver of delivery and growth

,
Pat discusses the importance of regeneration to supporting growth and resident wellbeing across the North. She shares how Homes England is ready to work as part of strong partnerships to bring confidence and long-term change to areas.

Grove Street and the case for housing-led renewal 

,
Dr Michael Birkett shares learning from Liverpool's Grove Street regeneration project. He says regeneration is about more than replacing old homes, it’s about renewing opportunity, restoring pride and building the conditions for long-term prosperity. 

Unity’s perspective on regeneration: putting people at the heart of Renew

,
Cedric Boston shares a different approach to regeneration which measures the impact on people and their ability to transform their lives, as well as improvements to homes and the built environment. He talks about how Unity’s two main divisions, Unity Housing and Unity Enterprise, work together to provide a launchpad for people to transform their life chances.  

Rebuilding trust, connection and ambition in Gleadless Valley

,
Lara shares how a ‘Resident Power’ approach to the regeneration of Gleadless Valley has built trust and established an important community role in the future of the area.

Listening, learning, and leading: putting residents at the heart of social housing regeneration

,
Adam discusses the importance of resident voice in the Government’s Pride in Place Programme, which is working with communities to create plans for thriving neighbourhoods. Adam also shares key principles for Renew in ensuring improving homes and neighbourhoods is truly community-led. 

The essential role of the PRS in regenerating the North

,
Carla shares her views on issues in the private rented sector, and why the sector must be at front of mind when planning regeneration, if we want to see impact where it’s needed most. Carla founded The Ethical Lettings Agency in Redcar in Teeside in 2015 and draws on her experience of running a social enterprise that lets, buys and manages properties fairly. 

Community-led regeneration in East Marsh

,
Paula sets out how East Marsh in Grimsby has been transformed by residents through a community-led movement. The East Marsh Community Benefit Society purchases derelict or mismanaged terraced houses, transforming them into warm and safe affordable homes.  East Marsh United brings residents together cultivating joy and wellbeing through community events.  

INTRODUCING RENEW

Laying firm foundations for better lives and Northern growth 

,
Tracy explains how the Renew inquiry is an essential part of the NHC’s vision that everyone has a safe, warm home that’s affordable to them in a place they’re proud of. The need for housing-led regeneration in the North must be met to make sure no-one and no-where is left behind, and to unleash the benefits of economic growth in the North.  

A path to renew thousands of homes – and lives – across the North

,
Lord Best shares why he is chairing the Renew inquiry. He wants to make sure there is full recognition of the case for improving the lives of those living in highly unsatisfactory homes and environments – alongside developing new homes.  

The Challenge for Renew

,
Ed sets out a how housing-led regeneration is an essential part of tackling the housing crisis. He believes Renew must build a compelling case by highlighting the social, economic and political benefits of housing-led regeneration, learning from the past and identifying specific challenges in the North.

BUILDING A CASE

Regeneration means more and better homes

,
Paul shares Homes for the North’s findings about the need for and benefits of housing-led regeneration in the North. He discusses how regeneration complements development of new homes, and ways regeneration can be supported at scale.  

Working together to deliver regeneration

,
Phil shares how housing renewal sits at the heart of creating better places where people want to live, work and invest. He looks at the ingredients needed to make regeneration a success including partnership working and community trust built through delivering visible results.  

The opportunity of devolution

,
Charlie and Nick are both actively involved in their regions’ housing partnerships and believe that that devolution offers a massive opportunity. They argue a dedicated, locally administered funding pot for housing regeneration would be transformative. It would allow regions to target investment where it will have the greatest impact and drive long term regeneration.

Regeneration means delivering for northern communities

,
Andrew Cooper MP for sets out how housing-led regeneration gives Government the opportunity to connect national objectives - growth, opportunity, and fairness - with the everyday places where people live their lives. Renew embodies the collaborative, evidence-driven approach needed to make the most of current opportunities to make a difference.

Housing-led regeneration as a driver of delivery and growth

,
Pat discusses the importance of regeneration to supporting growth and resident wellbeing across the North. She shares how Homes England is ready to work as part of strong partnerships to bring confidence and long-term change to areas.

DELIVERING HOUSING-LED AND PEOPLE-CENTRED REGENERATION

Grove Street and the case for housing-led renewal 

,
Dr Michael Birkett shares learning from Liverpool's Grove Street regeneration project. He says regeneration is about more than replacing old homes, it’s about renewing opportunity, restoring pride and building the conditions for long-term prosperity. 

Unity’s perspective on regeneration: putting people at the heart of Renew

,
Cedric Boston shares a different approach to regeneration which measures the impact on people and their ability to transform their lives, as well as improvements to homes and the built environment. He talks about how Unity’s two main divisions, Unity Housing and Unity Enterprise, work together to provide a launchpad for people to transform their life chances.  

Rebuilding trust, connection and ambition in Gleadless Valley

,
Lara shares how a ‘Resident Power’ approach to the regeneration of Gleadless Valley has built trust and established an important community role in the future of the area.

Listening, learning, and leading: putting residents at the heart of social housing regeneration

,
Adam discusses the importance of resident voice in the Government’s Pride in Place Programme, which is working with communities to create plans for thriving neighbourhoods. Adam also shares key principles for Renew in ensuring improving homes and neighbourhoods is truly community-led. 

The essential role of the PRS in regenerating the North

,
Carla shares her views on issues in the private rented sector, and why the sector must be at front of mind when planning regeneration, if we want to see impact where it’s needed most. Carla founded The Ethical Lettings Agency in Redcar in Teeside in 2015 and draws on her experience of running a social enterprise that lets, buys and manages properties fairly. 

Community-led regeneration in East Marsh

,
Paula sets out how East Marsh in Grimsby has been transformed by residents through a community-led movement. The East Marsh Community Benefit Society purchases derelict or mismanaged terraced houses, transforming them into warm and safe affordable homes.  East Marsh United brings residents together cultivating joy and wellbeing through community events.