Responsibilities, powers and opportunities Fiona Cruickshank Director South East Housing Corporation

RSLs – Working with Gypsies and Travellers Why RSLs should get involved How RSLs can get involved How the Housing Corporation can help

RSLs 2000 RSLs registered with the Housing Corporation Size from under 10 to over 50,000 homes 1000 have fewer than 250 homes

Types of RSL Mainstream Social rented LCHO Specialist Elderly Learning difficulties Young homeless BME

Why should RSLs get involved Number of homes owned Geographical coverage Experience of dealing with diverse groups

Number of Homes Rented from LAs and RSLs : ENGLAND

Number of Homes Rented from LAs and RSLs : SOUTH EAST

Number of Homes Rented from LAs and RSLs : EAST OF ENGLAND

Why should RSLs get involved Sole landlord Strong housing management skills Already providing support to other residents Already housing Gypsies and Travellers

How RSLs can get involved Providing new sites Managing existing sites Providing new schemes suited to Gypsy and Traveller needs Renting trailers on sites?

How RSLs can get involved Good relationships with LAs Experience of working with support agencies Ability to integrate communities

How can the Housing Corporation help Site design guidance Management guidance Financial information Good practice on relationships

How can the Housing Corporation help? Support and advocacy with local authorities Support for funding at the regional level

Don’t wait 100% funding Need is clear Support local authorities

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