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01/09/2026

Households in Great Britain’s cloudiest regions could still save more than £400 a year on their energy bills by installing rooftop solar panels, research has found.

Savings grow as energy prices in Great Britain rise and cost of panel installation falls, analysis finds

01/09/2026

Families trapped in temporary accommodation or stuck on housing waiting lists will be helped into safe, secure homes as the government kickstarts its record £39bn Social and Affordable Homes Programme.

The government announces its first wave of funding from its £39bn Social and Affordable Homes Programme.

01/09/2026

Join Foundations' free Housing Assistance Policy Masterclass to discover insights into drafting an impactful policy that aligns with your service delivery goals. Register your place 👇
https://www.foundations.uk.com/how-we-help/training/dfg-masterclasses-2/housing-assistance-policy-masterclass/

01/09/2026

Behind every Disabled Facilities Grant is a real family story.

Our Foundations for Better Communication course supports better listening, shared decisions, and stronger partnerships with disabled people and families.

Learn more ⬇️
https://www.foundations.uk.com/courses/foundations-for-better-communication/

01/09/2026

Strengthening safety and confidence in every home adaptation project

By unpicking the essentials of CDM Regulations and translating them into clear, practical steps, this course helps Home Improvement Agencies plan and manage works safely, responsibly, and in line with their legal duties

Through expert guidance, real-world examples, and tools you can use straight away, it builds the knowledge you need to deliver safer, smoother projects for the people you support

Learn more 👇
https://www.foundations.uk.com/how-we-help/training/cdm-regulations-for-hias/

01/09/2026

Unsure if the Trusted DFG Assessor course is for you? Check out what our delegates have to say about the course.
If you're ready to for a unique opportunity to become a proficient specialist in completing thorough DFG assessments for home adaptations book now 👇
https://www.foundations.uk.com/how-we-help/training/trusted-dfg-assessor-assessing-and-adapting-the-home/

01/09/2026

A house near a top state secondary school costs an extra £40,000 on average, according to research that reveals education premiums that rank alongside some private school fees.

Premium of nearly 10% paid by housebuyers comparable with cost of a cheaper private school over seven years

01/09/2026

The NHS in England is to offer free finger-prick blood tests for cholesterol on the high street for the first time under plans to reduce heart disease and stroke deaths by a quarter within the next decade.

Checks at pharmacies for people aged 40 to 84 are aimed at identifying those at risk of heart attack or stroke

31/08/2026

Managing home improvement projects can be challenging, but Foundations Case Manager is here to make it easier. Tailored for the unique demands of home improvement agencies, supported by the experts in Disabled Facilities Grants. https://www.foundations.uk.com/how-we-help/foundations-case-manager/

31/08/2026

In this blog, Foundations Consultancy Manager Chris Pratt speaks with one of the early users of Moddy software in the UK to better understand how the software is actually working in practice. https://www.foundations.uk.com/making-plans-an-early-adopters-view-on-moddy/