Here's what's happening at Bernicia and in our communities.
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We know how difficult it is for many people struggling to manage their finances and to pay bills during these tough economic times. At Bernicia, we’re here to help tenants manage their finances if things get tough. That’s why we’re now using the latest technology to stay in touch, to…
Bernicia has appointed Andrea Malcolm as Deputy Group Chief Executive as we move to further strengthen our executive leadership team. Our Group Chief Executive John Johnston, alongside the board, recognises the complex environment that Bernicia operates in, whilst also appreciating the significant…
Huge congratulations to Lewis Minto – officially recognised as one of Durham’s top apprentices! Apprentice plumber Lewis, 24, received an engraved crystal trophy, a £50 Amazon voucher and certificate of achievement from Durham’s Vice Lord Lieutenant Michael Poole at the…
I’m really pleased to announce that pets are now welcome at Bernicia Living communal locations. Our new pet policy, which comes into force on 1 July 2024, allows tenants living in communal locations to apply to have a pet, including dogs and cats, in their home. An assessment of the…
A garden capturing the headlines at BBC Gardeners’ World Live will thrill a whole new audience eagerly awaiting its arrival at a permanent home in Blyth. Social media star Hannah Reid is one of the expert horticulturalists alongside the likes of Monty Don and Carol…
The Bernicia Foundation has passed the milestone of £1m in grants helping communities and young people, just months after celebrating its fourth birthday. The charitable arm of Bernicia has just gifted the region its one millionth pound of support for projects that deliver lasting community benefits and help inspirational young…
Bernicia has become the first organisation outside the public sector to sign a Northumberland County Council pledge to help young people leaving care achieve their ambitions. The council’s Care Leaver Covenant 2023+ renews the local authority’s promise to provide care-experienced young people aged 16…
As the years unfold, a transformation occurs — not just in ourselves but also in the homes we choose to inhabit. For many people, efficiency becomes important, comfort reigns supreme, and simplicity is the new sophistication. An open-plan living apartment can be less a compromise and more a good choice for a…
Not every property carries a service charge at Bernicia Living, but we do have some properties that are subject to one, and this can make the overall cost appear high. We’re going to break this down for you so it’s easier to understand, and so you can see in real…
Youngsters are helping plant their own secret garden at a Sunderland primary school, taking learning outdoors into a classroom of fruit trees, wildflowers and adventure. North East housing association Bernicia has created a private pathway from the playground at Dame Dorothy Primary…
You may have received a text from us in the past few days if you are a tenant claiming Universal Credit and housing costs to pay your rent. If you have received a text from Bernicia you must let the Department of Work and Pensions know…
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