We've been shortlisted for a UK Housing Award 2016

Our 2ND STEPS initiative is in the running to receive an award for an Outstanding Approach to Promoting Home Ownership.

Southern Home Ownership's 2ND STEPS initiative is in the running to receive an award for an Outstanding Approach to Promoting Home Ownership.

2ND STEPS, is an exciting opportunity for existing Shared Owners in London to make their next move.  2ND STEPS let's you buy a home for sale on the open market, but through Shared Ownership.

The winners will be revealed at a ceremony at the Lancaster London Hotel on 26 April and impressionist and comedian, Rory Bremner will present the awards. The awards are sponsored by Campbell Tickell, Capsticks, CHAS, Higgins, Housemark, The Housing Contact, Mitie, NHBC, Osborne and United Living.

CIH chief executive Terrie Alafat said: “The UK Housing Awards recognise the great work being done by housing professionals and organisations across the industry, but they also push us all to do better as a sector.  We hope the achievements of our finalists will inspire others as they aim to provide the best possible services for residents and communities.

“Congratulations to all of the organisations that have been shortlisted, and best of luck for the 20th anniversary ceremony – win or lose your work will help inspire us all to improve.”    

Emma Maier, editor of Inside Housing, said: “The quality of the entries rose again this year so even to get this far is an amazing achievement. In the face of some really stiff competition, Southern Home Ownership has shown it is performing at the highest level - well done!  Being our 20th anniversary means the evening will be even more memorable and we have some great celebrations planned”

We're looking forward to the awards ceremony and so happy to be shortlist for this award, wish us luck!!!