Manningham Housing Association, a proud member of BME National, recently brought residents and partners together for its Halloween Mela, an event designed to celebrate culture and strengthen community connections. Families enjoyed a safe and welcoming environment where children took part in seasonal activities and adults had the chance to meet staff in an informal setting. The event highlighted the role BME housing associations play in creating inclusive spaces that respect c

The gathering at the New Art Exchange on Saturday, 22 November brought together community members for an afternoon of reflection with the Windrush Commissioner, Rev Clive Foster MBE. Chaired by Barrington Billings, Director of Operations at Tuntum Housing Association and Chair of BME National, the event created space for open dialogue and thoughtful listening. Attendees shared personal stories and reflections that highlighted the lasting impact of the Windrush generation in N

As the UK population grows older, the gap between need and supply in later life housing is becoming harder to ignore. Household growth over the coming decades is expected to be led largely by people aged 65 and over, yet the number of suitable homes being built each year remains relatively small. Abdul, part of the executive team at BME National, highlights that this shortfall is felt even more sharply within ethnic minority communities, where older residents often face addit

ABAJ team with Susan Kay, CEO, Vivensa Foundation, and Tom Copley, Deputy Mayor, at the City Hall – 16 May 2025. Bangla Housing Association (BHA), in partnership with The Open University and the Housing Learning and Improvement Network (Housing LIN), has recently completed a pioneering three-year research project examining the persistent housing and health inequalities experienced by Bangladeshi elders, aged 50 years and over in East London. Funded by the Vivensa Foundation,

The Rt Hon Shabana Mahmood MP Secretary of State for the Home Department  and  Chief Constable Gavin Stephens QPM Chair of the National Police Chiefs’ Council ‍ 21st November 2025 ‍ Dear Secretary of State and Chief Constable, We are writing as a coalition of racial justice, migrants’ rights, and civil society organisations, who have watched with increasing concern the damage being caused by the interim guidance issued by the National Police Chiefs’ Council on 13th August 202

So much of the current treatment of migrant and ethnic minority groups in the UK is ugly and unacceptable racism. We call this out because it is obstructing our purpose as a social housing provider in London. Innisfree Housing Association was founded to provide decent affordable homes for Irish people who faced huge disadvantages in the housing market. We stood alongside other housing associations that were founded by and for minority communities, supporting each other to pro

Black History Month is both remembrance and resolve: a moment to honour the generations who built, organised, and led movements for change and to recommit to the unfinished work before us. In housing, that work is clear: close the gaps in safety, quality, access, and opportunity that still disproportionately affect Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) communities. Standing firm in power and pride  means pairing history’s lessons with today’s urgency and tomorrow’s ambition. Our pa

Steve Biko Housing Association has announced the appointment of its next Chief Executive Officer, Mr Abdul Malik-Ahad Abdul Malik-Ahad succeeds Tracey Gore as Chief Executive in November 2025.  Abdul has a wealth of experience in both the social housing and community development sectors, and has a passion for racial justice. The association believes that Abdul is well placed to lead Steve Biko Housing Association. Abdul has previously held roles in some of the region’s larges

Manningham Housing Association has been announced as a finalist in three categories at the prestigious Housing Executive Awards,...

Pine Court Housing Association  successfully hosted its annual Pine Court Community Cup , bringing together local communities for a day...

Barrington Billings has been appointed as the new chair of BME National. Barrington is a well-known face in the housing sector having...

The Leeds Road Festival is a new celebration designed to showcase the rich cultural diversity of the Leeds Road area in BD3. Held across...

Industry leaders are calling for urgent change following two damning reports that expose the persistence of systemic racism in the...

Manningham Housing Team On 29 July 2025, Manningham Housing Association (MHA), a proud member of BME National, hosted the BD5 MELA 2025...

Innisfree Housing Association, a member of BME National, is co-sponsoring an important new initiative with Irish in Britain to improve...

Following a comprehensive and independent assessment, Arawak Walton Housing Association has once again demonstrated its commitment to...

As a valued member of BME National, Manningham Housing Association (MHA) continues to demonstrate its commitment to community, culture...

Manningham Housing Association (MHA), a proud member of BME National, has recently acquired five new-build detached homes in Eccleshill,...

BME National proudly acknowledges the remarkable achievements of our member, Manningham Housing Association, at the Northern Housing...

John Perry of the Chartered Institute of Housing runs its housing rights website. Here he brings BME National members up to date on some...