Guidance: The Accounting Direction for social housing in England published 2022 updated 2026
The Regulator of Social Housing has issued an updated Accounting Direction for social housing providers in England, effective from 2026. This guidance outlines the key requirements for preparing accounts, particularly for private registered providers and profit-making entities involved in social housing activities, ensuring transparency and consistency in financial reporting. Overview of the Updated Accounting Direction […]
Decision: Decision Instruments
The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) has published a series of key decisions affecting social housing regulation in England, with updates spanning from 2019 through to 2026. These decisions cover areas such as accounting directions, rent standards, fee principles, consumer standards, and tenant satisfaction measures, providing important guidance for landlords, letting agents, and property professionals […]
Decision: Decision Instruments
The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) has published a series of key decisions affecting social housing regulation in England, covering updates from 2019 through to forthcoming changes in 2026. These decisions include revisions to accounting directions, rent standards, fee principles, and consumer standards, all of which have implications for landlords, letting agents and property professionals […]
Research: Quarterly Survey for Q4 (January to March 2026)
The Regulator of Social Housing has published its latest quarterly survey covering the period from January to March 2026. This report provides valuable insights into the financial status and activities of private registered providers, including borrowing patterns and housing development outputs. Understanding these trends is important for landlords and agents operating within the English rental […]
Research: Quarterly Survey for Q4 (January to March 2026)
The Regulator of Social Housing has published its latest quarterly survey covering the period from January to March 2026. This report provides valuable insights into the financial status and activities of private registered providers, including borrowing levels and housing development outputs. Understanding these trends is important for landlords and agents operating within the English housing […]
Regulator of Social Housing de-registers Pivotal Housing Association
The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) has announced the decision to remove Pivotal Housing Association from the official register of social housing providers due to ongoing governance and financial viability concerns. This development highlights the regulator’s commitment to maintaining standards and protecting tenants within the social housing sector. Regulator Removes Pivotal Housing Association from Social […]
Regulator of Social Housing de-registers Pivotal Housing Association
The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) has announced the removal of Pivotal Housing Association from the official register of social housing providers due to ongoing failures in governance, financial viability, and compliance with regulatory standards. This decision highlights the importance of maintaining robust management and financial practices within social housing organisations to protect tenants and […]
Decision: Pivotal Housing Association
The Regulator of Social Housing has published its latest regulatory judgements and notices concerning Pivotal Housing Association, providing an updated assessment of how the provider meets required standards. These updates include recent judgements and an enforcement notice, reflecting ongoing regulatory oversight relevant to landlords, letting agents, and property managers involved with social housing providers. Overview […]
Decision: Pivotal Housing Association
The Regulator of Social Housing has published its latest regulatory judgement on Pivotal Housing Association, providing an updated assessment of how the provider meets regulatory standards. This judgement, last updated on 4 June 2026, offers important insights for landlords, letting agents, and property professionals involved in social housing and the wider rental sector. Overview of […]
Guidance: Value for Money metrics – Technical note guidance 2026
The Regulator of Social Housing has published updated technical guidance for the Value for Money (VFM) metrics that registered providers in England must report as part of their 2026 Annual Accounts. These metrics are essential for assessing providers’ efficiency, effectiveness, and financial health, supporting transparency and sector benchmarking. Overview of the 2026 Value for Money […]
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