In recent months, the Housing Ombudsman has been busy publishing both its investigation reports on individual cases and guidance on Housing Conditions Claims.
Upon publishing its reports, the Ombudsman has commented that “Our investigations are a critical tool for learning. Our casebook provides essential knowledge, helping landlords to improve performance and services.”
We will be considering the recent guidance and reports, looking at decisions relating to both the original substantive complaint, along with findings of maladministration. We will be taking you through some published cases which may provide helpful lessons for service improvement within various situations, including cases of anti-social behaviour and repairs.
About the Speakers:
Victoria Smith, Solicitor, Housing Management and Property Litigation
Vicky advises Registered Providers and Local Authorities in a range of housing matters to include possession proceedings, Anti-social behaviour injunction applications, committal applications and disrepair, Fitness for Human Habitation & EPA claims.
Donna McCarthy, Partner, Housing Management and Property Litigation
Donna heads up a team advising on all aspects of housing management law and practice, acting for Local Authorities, Registered Providers and private landlords in complex litigation, including possession proceedings; actions to restrain Anti-Social Behaviour; injunctions and disrepair actions.
Kerri Harrison, Solicitor, Housing Management and Property Litigation
Kerri provides advice and assistance to Registered Providers on a wide range of matters including a range of possession claims, unauthorised occupation, Anti-Social Behaviour and disrepair. Kerri has also worked with private landlords on various leasehold matters.
