At Aster Group, we’re proud to have an almost even split of male and female colleagues. We do, however, recognise that when we look across the different departments within the business, there are less women working in our trade and maintenance teams than we’d like to see. However, as Group Customer Services Director Emma O’Shea explains, we’re on a mission to change that.
With just under 7,000 homes in and around Kit Malthouse’s constituency, we’re looking forward to building on our existing relationships and to seeing the positive work he’s done on a local level reflected in his new national role.
“Sajid Javid has been a keen supporter of housing associations and the need for them to play an even greater role in solving the crisis.
“It is clear that the housing shortage is one of the most acute challenges facing Britain today. What this report highlights are the consequences of continuing with a traditional approach to housing provision that hasn’t been working for some time now.
“The commitment to affordable housing development in London is a positive move by the Government, which is very welcome."
“The Prime Minister’s speech emphasises housing’s continued presence at the top of the political agenda. While the government’s renewed focus on meeting delivery rates is important, we want to see more done to support alternative types of housing."
“The IFS data confirms that the housing market is simply broken for many young people from every social background. "