A new Housing Committee has been established following approval of Angus Council at their meeting on Thursday 19 December 2024.
This important step highlights the Council’s commitment to addressing housing-related matters with an enhanced focus and urgency and has been driven by the recognition of a Housing Emergency in Angus.
The Housing Committee (Report No.391/24) will set to work in January 2025 and will oversee the Council’s housing strategy, policy, and improvement plans – a remit that includes all housing-related matters that were previously overseen by the Communities Committee. This change reflects the vital importance of housing in supporting Angus’ communities and provides a platform for better tenant engagement and regular scrutiny by elected members.
Newly appointed Convener of the Housing Committee, Cllr Beth Whiteside, said: “The establishment of the Housing Committee is a vital step in ensuring that housing remains a top priority in Angus.
“This committee will allow for greater focus and accountability, empowering us to address the housing emergency and deliver on our promise to tenants, to deliver places people are proud to call home.”
To ensure tenants have a voice in shaping housing decisions, three tenant representatives will also be appointed to the Housing Committee in a non-voting capacity. These representatives will bring invaluable lived experience and insights to the discussions.
Constituted tenant groups from across Angus will be invited to nominate individuals by submitting a written request. Nominees must reside within Angus and meet specific criteria outlined by the Council. The Housing Committee will review nominations and select three representatives and substitutes are also permitted.
Further details about the nomination process will be shared soon. This is a great opportunity for tenants to actively participate in decision-making that impacts their homes and communities.
The Housing Committee’s Terms of Reference, schedule of meetings, and related governance changes have been approved and dates for forthcoming meeting have been confirmed as -
• Thursday 30 January 2025 – 2pm
• Thursday 13 March 2025 – 2pm
• Thursday 24 April 2025 – 2pm
• Thursday 10 June 2025 – 2pm
Tenants can stay informed and involved as this new chapter in delivering housing services begins by subscribing to the Angus Housing Blog. Further updates, including further details about the nomination process for tenant representatives, will be shared there soon, as well as on Angus Council’s website and social media channels.
If you have any questions or ideas, please get in touch with our team at tenantparticipation@angus.gov.uk