Tenants' Link
tenants’ link
Fire safety on balconies
If you live in a flat, please remember that barbecues are not allowed on balconies due to the fire risk they pose. Fires on balconies are particularly dangerous as flames can spread upwards and effect other properties. So, it is extremally important that you don’t light a barbecue or store anything flammable in this area. Also, take care never to drop cigarette butts from your balcony even if you think they are extinguished.
Your voice counts
If you receive a call or email to participate in the Tenant Satisfaction Measures survey, please take part and tell us your views on the housing service. The survey is being undertaken on our behalf by market research company Acuity. Your views and suggestions will help us to further improve the service for everyone. Don’t forget you can respond to the survey anonymously if you would prefer. Plus, our Customer Household survey is still ongoing as we need to collect information on all households to help us tailor our services to better meet your individual needs.
Advice and support for school leavers
If you have just finished school or college and are unsure about the future, our Post 16 team can help you decide on what to do next. Get free support on training, apprenticeships and work opportunities. Simply get in touch or pop into one of the weekly drop ins at: Central Library every Monday 12pm – 3pm, Thornhill Library every Tuesday 10am – 12pm and MP3 Community Centre in Millbrook, every Monday 10am – 12pm. School leavers can also meet the team during the summer holidays at the city work clubs that take place across Southampton.
Feature News
Young people help clean up at Golden Grove
The Community Payback team has been hard at work clearing vegetation and removing graffiti in and around Golden Grove, and their efforts have made a big difference to the local area.
A week of colourful celebration in Holyrood
Holyrood estate in the city centre played host to a week-long festival in July that shined a light on the local neighbourhood. Local residents were invited to come together to celebrate their community through cultural activities and creative performances.
Help us shape the blueprint for the future of our city
We have recently launched the initial draft of our Housing Strategy that sets out our vision for the future of housing in our city until 2031. This important document outlines our ambitions to improve housing standards, increase the supply of affordable homes, and support strong, healthy and thriving communities.
Local kids’ activities to enjoy this August
There are lots of fun family activities taking place this August across our council neighbourhoods – and the good news is they won’t cost you a penny. So, no need for the kids to be bored this summer, just read on to find out what’s happening near you.
City tenants join in regional event
A group of our council tenants and staff have participated in a regional housing event that focused on tenant empowerment. The Southampton delegation met with others from across the South to share experiences and good practice, whilst learning why tenant engagement is more important than ever
Are you missing out on money you are entitled to?
Last year our Welfare Rights and Money Advice service helped to claim an extra £1million in benefit payments for Southampton City Council tenants.
Previous Month's News
- Raising awareness to help tackle ASB
- Become a reading volunteer this summer
- Full house at Milner Court
- Help us keep your neighbourhood looking its best
- Know the rules on video doorbells
- Tenants commemorate Victory in Europe (VE) anniversary
