A selection of images representing communities.
Figures provided relate to the number of dwellings owned by Local Authorities or Housing Associations/Registered Social Landlords sold under full and shared ownership arrangements.
The Housing Act 1980 extended the provisions under which authorities can dispose of dwellings, particularly through the Right to Buy established in Part I of the Act, which came into force on 3 October 1980.
We have introduced Home Information Packs to improve the process of buying and selling.