Darlington Housing Podcast Series
Have you heard about the Darlington Housing series of podcasts? We are thrilled to join our partners at Darlington Xtra[external link] to bring you a series of podcasts about issues that matter to our current and future tenants.
Darlington Xtra [external link] is an exciting initiative aimed at promoting Darlington as a great place to live, work and learn. They have a range of podcasts[external link] available through their website designed to share lots of helpful and interesting information for people who live and work in Darlington.
In episode 1 [external link] Housing Team Leader, Natalie, talks about how we deal with repairs and maintenance in our properties to ensure our tenants have safe and decent homes to live in.
In episode 2 [external link] Housing Team Leader, Lyndsey, talks about anti-social behaviour and Darlington Borough Council's responsibilities as a landlord.
In episode 3 [external link] Housing Team Leader Anna, and Housing Options Officer Kelly, talk about the support that is available for people at risk of domestic abuse and people who may be threatened with homelessness because of domestic abuse.
In episode 4 [external link] members of the Tenants' Panel talk to Martin about their experiences representing their community in their roles on the panel.
In episode 5 [external link] Housing Team Leader Karen and Housing Options Officer Mark, explain their roles and responsibilities and dispel the myths and preconceptions relating to homelessness.
In episode 6 [external link] Councillor Roche & the Housing team discuss the role of the Cabinet Member and the important role of the Tenants' Panel.
In episode 7 [external link] Martin talks to Suzanne and Georgia from the Housing Options team about what to do if you receive notice from you landlord.
In episode 8 [external link] Adelle, Regional Rough Sleeper coordinator, and Julie, Rough Sleeper Outreach worker from the 700 Club talk about rough sleeping and where those affected can find support.
More episodes in the Darlington Housing series will follow soon.