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Its Gas Safety Week from 14 20 September, and we will be raising awareness about the importance of gas safety. As we celebrate the tenth year of Gas Safety Week, organisations from across the UK are working together to raise awareness of the dangers of poorly maintained gas appliances, which can cause gas leaks, fires, […]

Housing associations are not-for-profit landlords to more than six million people in England. They are working closely with residents, local government, the NHS and others to respond to the coronavirus crisis. They are keeping residents safe, keeping vital services running, and helping communities to cope and recover. They know many residents are worried about jobs […]

The refurbishment and conversion of the former town hall in Ulverston has been completed and will provide 17 much needed new affordable homes for rent to local people. South Lakes Housing has a strong commitment to increasing the supply of affordable homes for local people and has invested substantial financial resources and project management capacity […]

  With new safety measures in place, we have resumed our services. Some of our services have slightly changed to ensure we are complying with safety measures. We are complying fully with the governments guidance on managing the risk of COVID-19 and the safety of our customers and staff remains our top priority. Our new […]

South Lakes Housing has taken the decision not to renew the lease for our Ulverston office to move to a more efficient and customer-focused way of working. This decision has been made as the Ulverston office had only been open two days a week. We have been monitoring the customer usage for some time and […]

The Minister of State for Housing has published a letter to all social housing tenants on the steps being taken to reopen society and support people to move on with their lives. https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/885686/Covid19_Letter_to_social_housing_residents.pdf The SLH website remains the primary source of information about the services you can expect from your landlord services. We are undertaking […]

Were here to help Whilst we may be in unprecedented times at the moment due to the coronavirus outbreak, we are still here to help. It’s important to tell us if you are experiencing problems with paying your rent due to Coronavirus as there is a range of help available. We have a friendly and […]

We understand that we are in uncertain and worrying times but the safety of our customers is our main priority. As we are all now spending more time at home it is essential that your gas appliances are working correctly and safely. There is a legal requirement, which hasnt changed due to Coronavirus, for us […]

If you feel at risk from a partner or family member in the home, please don’t suffer in silence, talk to someone that can help. In an emergency, always dial 999 – if you are unable to speak always press ’55’ when prompted to confirm an emergency. It is important to remember: Domestic violence and […]

We’ve made a directory of local and national support services available to help you and your families during the coronavirus outbreak. The directory includes financial and employment advice services, educational activities for children, and mental health resources.  Coronavirus NHS 111 diagnostic NHS GOV.UK Shielding and protecting Cumbria County Council – Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Emergency support […]

New emergency support line for vulnerable people needing urgent help Cumbria County Council and partners have launched a new emergency support service for people at high risk of becoming seriously ill, as a result of COVID-19, and who do not have support available from friends, family or neighbours. The Emergency telephone support line is 0800 783 […]

We are in very stressful and worrying times especially for those who are self-isolating, unwell, have children at home and for those who are key workers providing valued help and support. We can all still be good neighbours during the Coronavirus crisis, we would ask that you be a good neighbour during this time. Be […]

Washing your hands regularly helps you and your loved ones to stay healthy as it is the most effective way to prevent the spread of germs. Clean hands can stop germs from spreading from one person to another and throughout an entire community”from your home and workplace to childcare facilities and hospitals. You should always […]

Here are some tips to help keep germs from spreading, especially during the cough, cold and flu season. Do Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze Put used tissues in the bin immediately Always wash your hands after sneezing, blowing your nose, or […]

Ieva works in our Asset Management Team as an Asset Investment Analyst where she leads the delivery of asset data to inform investment, removal, regeneration and remodelling decisions of our homes. She joined South Lakes Housing in May 2018. Previously Ieva worked for the largest private infrastructure contractor in Scotland, where she was involved in […]