05/04/2022
We're bolstering our work to create more much needed social housing in Oldham and surrounding areas, by signing a contract to build new, eco-friendly homes in the Derker area of the borough.Our 100% affordable development on Flint Street comprises six four-bedroom family homes, each equipped with...
29/03/2022
Our annual grass cutting programme kicks off this week to keep your neighbourhoods looking good through the spring and summer months. Our Neighbourhood Care team is carrying out the first cut of grass in your area, and between now and October they’ll be cutting grass every two weeks. It will take...
28/03/2022
We have received reports that some of our customers are being targeted by cold callers falsely claiming to be from First Choice Homes Oldham and asking to discuss issues with repairs at their home. These people are visiting customers’ homes and/or putting leaflets through doors saying they can h...
24/03/2022
Following the Government’s launch of the Homes for Ukraine scheme, we know some of our customers may have a spare room and will want to help.We are committed to supporting the crisis in the Ukraine wherever we can so, if you want to do this, it’s important that you let us know first.Our standard...
24/03/2022
The Government has announced a £150 one-off payment to help with energy costs for people who live in homes in council tax bands A-D. The quickest way to receive your rebate is to sign up to pay your council tax by Direct Debit, so your £150 is automatically paid into your bank account. If you nee...
08/03/2022
This International Women’s Day, First Choice Homes Oldham’s chief executive Donna Cezair shares her thoughts on how businesses can break the bias.
08/03/2022
This week we welcome Sabihah Khalil, who has recently joined us as our trainee Board member. We’re delighted to have Sabihah onboard to bring passion, creativity and a different perspective and viewpoint to the discussions at Board meetings – helping make our homes and neighbourhoods even better...
07/03/2022
This month we’re giving you the chance to win £100 for keeping your rent account clear or paying off some of your arrears this month. You will automatically be entered into our prize draws if: Your rent account is up to date by Friday 1 April ‘22. You’ll have ten chances of winning £100 paid str...
07/03/2022
A digital photo booth for people to record their memories, a spoken word performance about the Bankside Mill Riot in 1834 and fascinating photos of the changing face of the neighbourhood around Crossbank and Summervale. These were just some of the things on offer at the latest West St digital his...
22/02/2022
We have invested £3.2m to bring new, family homes to Lees, helping to meet growing demand for affordable housing in the borough. Since the autumn, we have secured 17 three-bedroom houses at the new-build scheme on Wellyhole Street. The FCHO-owned homes, available for affordable rent, have been le...