Irwell Valley has taken part in a special report for BBC North West Tonight about the demand for affordable housing in the region.
The two part series broadcast throughout the day on October 7th and 8th, showcases our award winning development – Richmond Hill in Salford – which offers apartments though Shared Ownership, Rent Now Buy Later and Market Rent – an assured shorthold tenancy with a minimum 6 month contract.
Irwell Valley’s Assistant Chief Executive, Neil Baumber talked to the BBC about the consequences for affordable social housing if investment is cut.
Ass. Chief Exec. Irwell Valley, Neil Baumber with Ed Thomas, Economics Correspondent, BBC North Tonight
Also featured is Chanters Close resident Siobhain Wood who was able to get onto the property ladder through Irwell Valley’s Shared Ownership option for first time buyers and key workers.
The features coincide with a report from the National Housing Federation North West – ‘North West Home Truths 2010: Why investment in affordable housing matters.’
The report, which is officially launched October 12, gives a unique snapshot of the region’s economic and housing crisis.