The details of the Chancellor’s budget make clear that far more is needed to tackle the social and financial damage caused by our lack of social and genuinely affordable housing. The OBR is now predicting that the Government will fail to meet its 1.5m target for new homes. More concerningly, it reports that councils… Read more »
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World Habitat Day 2025: Housing is the Bridge
Housing is often treated as an afterthought in global development and humanitarian response, yet it is the foundation for recovery, resilience and dignity. A roof over one’s head is not just shelter– it underpins health, safety, education, and economic opportunity. Despite this, short-term interventions such as tents or temporary shelters remain the default in many… Read more »
Read moreLess Aid Isn’t the Crisis
Less aid isn’t the crisis; the crisis is ignoring housing as humanitarian infrastructure. Recent UK government policies highlight a troubling trend: support for some of the world’s most vulnerable communities is being reduced, with further cuts expected. Bilateral aid to Africa has declined, funding for girls’ education is being scaled back, and life-saving health programmes… Read more »
Read moreEmpty Spaces, Hidden Potential
As has become annual tradition, we were proud to take part in another transformational panel discussion at Housing 2025 – Europe’s largest housing festival. Our National Director Dr Henrietta Blackmore joined a vital panel discussion on the human cost of the housing crisis. She brought international insights from Habitat for Humanity International and highlighted a… Read more »
Read moreOur Comments on the Latest Spending Review
Today’s £39 billion Affordable Homes Programme is a vital step towards ending our housing emergency. Too many families are caught in spiralling rents or long waiting lists – by prioritising social homes over sheer build‑volume, we can ensure that every new house is genuinely affordable, decent and secure. Locking in a 10‑year rent settlement gives councils… Read more »
Read moreOur Statement Regarding the UK Government’s ODA Cut
Habitat for Humanity Great Britain is deeply concerned by the UK Government’s decision to reduce Official Development Assistance (ODA) for international development from 0.5% to 0.3% of gross national income. This move undermines decades of progress made toward alleviating poverty, improving housing conditions, and building resilient communities worldwide. For many of the world’s most… Read more »
Read moreDeveloping a Sustainable Sector: Turning Empty Spaces into Homes
The UK is experiencing a housing crisis, but a key part of the solution may already exist in the form of empty and underused buildings. At the National Housing Federation‘s ‘Board Leadership Conference 2025’, our National Director, Dr Henrietta Blackmore, shared insights on how repurposing these spaces can expand affordable housing while also contributing to… Read more »
Read moreHabitat for Humanity GB’s Response to NPPF Reforms
Proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework and other changes to the planning system – Response from Habitat for Humanity Great Britain Habitat for Humanity Great Britain is part of an international charity whose mission is to fight poverty and homelessness around the world. We believe that a decent home helps to permanently… Read more »
Read moreGrenfell Tower Inquiry: The Importance of Safe Housing
The recent publication of the Grenfell Tower Phase 2 Inquiry Report, the second and final part of the long-standing inquiry, has brought to light a concerning reality. Recent data reveals that over 2,000 high-rise buildings in England alone remain with unsafe cladding systems, reminding us that the lessons from Grenfell remain unsolved. The report underlines… Read more »
Read moreSupporting Working Women in Nepal: Weaving Bamboo
The Story of Weaving Bamboo This project aimed to empower and support working women and mothers in Nepal, all while providing eco-friendly and sustainable housing in the country. Many went on to establish their own small business afterwards or join one of the bamboo-related businesses set up in the process. The video below is a… Read more »
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