My passion for cycling began after moving out of my parents’ house. I’d visit them on weekends, stay the night, then cycle home. What started as a simple way to travel turned into a love for the freedom of the road and the challenge of packing light on my carbon bike. From Hobby to… Read more »
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Empty 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 moreThank You for Supporting Our BBC Radio 4 Appeal
Reflecting on the Success of Our BBC Radio 4 Appeal: Back in January, we launched an important BBC Radio 4 appeal hosted by Daliso Chaponda, a comedian and passionate advocate for Habitat for Humanity’s mission. Daliso, who hails from Zambia and Malawi, shared his powerful message about the fundamental human right to have a safe,… Read more »
Read moreCEO of GB Homes to Depart Following Integration with HFHGB
Following the announcement of the integration of Habitat for Humanity Great Britain (HFHGB) and GB Homes, David Clare will be leaving Habitat for Humanity this week. After 13 years in various important roles, culminating in his tenure as CEO of GB Homes since 2022, David will be moving on to pastures new. During his… Read more »
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