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As we get ready to launch our next corporate strategy 2026-31, Bernicia has announced the appointment of David Pye as Executive Director of Assets and Growth. ‘Supporting Opportunity’ in the North East is the key aim of Bernicia’s next corporate strategy 2026-31. With a commitment to invest over £400m into…

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Trailblazing project to help vulnerable adults overcome barriers to employment launched in North East

An Economic Inactivity Trailblazer research project that will help identify and overcome systemic barriers to employment for people living in supported accommodation has been commissioned by the North East Combined Authority (NECA).‘Opening Doors’ is an exciting pilot research programme bringing together academics and specialist housing providers to consider the challenges…

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New Year. New homes!

Our £7m scheme of 32 new homes at Stakeford is nearing completion – great homes at social rents in a hugely popular area. We’re aiming for the mix of two, three and four bedroom houses and two and three bedroom bungalows to be completed in March. The new estate –…

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New home joy for first tenants on Berwick housing estate

The first tenants are enjoying life in their new homes as a £13m Bernicia housing scheme nears completion in Berwick. The 56 properties at Seton Hall near the town centre are helping tackle an urgent need from local people for quality new affordable homes in the Northumberland market town. People…

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Tees Valley Housing Partnership launches to boost delivery of affordable homes

Tees Valley’s housing associations, councils and combined authority have formed a new partnership to boost the delivery of affordable homes across the region. The Tees Valley Housing Partnership (TVHP) aims to pool members’ knowledge and expertise, attract funding and investment, and deliver better outcomes for local people. Collectively, the partnership’s…

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Apprenticeship success helping deliver £5m homes refurbishment project

Congratulations to apprentices Alfie and Anthony (pictured) for their outstanding work helping RE:GEN North East successfully deliver a £5m refurbishment contract at hundreds of Bernicia homes. Anthony successfully completed his Level 2 Apprenticeship in Carpentry and Joinery earlier in the summer while working…