Here's what's happening at Bernicia and in our communities.
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North East Mayor Kim McGuinness today announced £22m investment that will help people seeking a home by driving the development of 1,122 new homes across towns and cities in the region. The money will be spent to prepare brownfield sites many of which are derelict or have stood empty…
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…
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…
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 –…
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…
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…
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…
It just doesn’t get any better – a Christmas get together for residents of our age-exclusive living locations! The Grand Hotel Gosforth Park was the venue for the festive event attended by around 250 residents and our Bernicia Living team.
As Bernicia puts the final pieces of our next corporate strategy in place, we are expanding and strengthening our executive team with the appointment of Jenny Allinson as Executive Director of Communities. ‘Supporting Opportunity’ in the North East is the key aim of our next corporate strategy 2026-31. With a…
We had a fantastic event at Northumbria Lodge, bringing residents and our Bernicia team together to talk about safety, improvements and building a stronger community. A huge thank you to all the Northumbria Lodge residents who came along and shared their views! What we talked about? We launched a new…
At Bernicia, we’re pledging our support to National Hate Crime Awareness Week and its message that everyone has the right to live their lives without fear or intimidation because of who they are. We have a dedicated team of housing professionals who work across local communities,…
It’s a warm welcome from everyone at Bernicia to our new apprentices who have just taken their first steps into employment with us. Bernicia’s Chief Executive John Johnston was there to meet the nine youngsters and introduce them to the business as part of a week-long induction. The induction gives…
