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Stamping out loan sharks so people don’t fall victim to never-ending debt

It’s the time of year when people are most likely to feel the pinch and turn to loan sharks to stave off Christmas money worries. The festive season can be a stressful time for many people especially for those on a tight budget who want to make Christmas extra special. Unfortunately it’s also prime
Read moreHow “A Bed Every Night” is building a better future for people affected by homelessness across Greater Manchester

In November 2018, Greater Manchester became the first city-region in Britain to commit to providing A Bed Every Night for “every single person” already on streets or at imminent risk of sleeping rough who wants and needs one. The Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, launched A Bed Every Night, and continues to lead the initiative’s
Read morePreventing ‘Mischief’ in our neighbourhoods

So called ‘Mischief Night’ is a time when gangs come out in their droves and wreak havoc in neighbourhoods across the country, bringing misery and dread to many residents. October 30 seems to have been made a night of chaos when youngsters take to the streets in their droves and see it as their rite
Read moreKeeping you informed in a way that suits you

At Riverside, we understand that no two customers are the same, so we offer you a variety of ways to keep in touch with us. If you have a visual impairment, dyslexia or learning difficulties you can: — register with us for online services so you can use tools like BrowseAloud — sign up for
Read moreRiverside Tenants and Residents Federation Annual Report 2015 published

The 2015 Riverside Tenants and Residents Federation Annual Report has been published. Riverside Annual Report is online or in print, if requested. The Riverside Tenants and Residents Federation Executive exists to be the body of tenants, or more importantly, the voice, for those many tenants and residents, in these challenging times when we are faced with
Read moreContracts signed ahead of Camberwell regeneration scheme

Contracts have been exchanged between Bellway London Partnerships and Riverside to create a joint venture, as plans progress for a key regeneration scheme in Camberwell. The housebuilder was selected by housing association The Riverside Group to work on its existing estate in March 2018. Together they have been developing a scheme, in consultation with residents.
Read moreTerrie Alafat appointed as Riverside’s new Group Chair

The Riverside Group has appointed Terrie Alafat CBE as its new Group Chair. Ms Alafat will take up her new role in April next year, replacing the current Chair Max Steinberg CBE when he retires. She is due to retire from her current role as Chief Executive of the Chartered Institute of Housing in November
Read more400-mile cycling challenge raises funds for baby hospice in Middlesbrough

Hard working staff and residents at a homeless hostel clocked up 400 miles when they completed a cycling challenge in aid of a baby hospice in Middlesbrough. The Stages Academy wanted to help Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice after hearing that it was planning to close two nights a week due to lack of funding. Staff
Read moreCustomer Voice – your opinions count

Every person who holds a tenancy or a leaseholders agreement with Riverside is a member of Riverside Customer Voice. The work of Riverside Customer Voice is led by an executive group that we consult with to get your views heard and make changes to our policies and procedures. The executive has customer representatives from across
Read moreKeep warm and cut your energy bills

With a summer of rain and some low temperatures, it’s no wonder three in 10 of us have already switched the heating on. Recent media reports suggested that eight million households flicked the switch as early as August – a move that’s sure to push up annual energy bills. And with winter not far off,
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