Who Speaks for Residents? The Governance Dispute at Sir Thomas More Estate
Ben Jenkins Ben Jenkins

Who Speaks for Residents? The Governance Dispute at Sir Thomas More Estate

A governance dispute at the Sir Thomas More Estate in Kensington and Chelsea has raised questions about the independence of residents’ associations during major works. With competing claims over leadership, control of communication channels, and concerns over consultation and safety oversight, the situation highlights a broader issue facing housing estates across the country: who ultimately decides who speaks for residents?

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Reluctant Heroes
Ben Jenkins Ben Jenkins

Reluctant Heroes

Five people. Five stories. One broken sector.

I’ve said it many times, I never set out to be involved in housing. I certainly didn’t imagine I’d be making podcasts, building websites, or writing about legal cases and service charge scandals.

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Content Wars – The Battle to Control the Narrative
Ben Jenkins Ben Jenkins

Content Wars – The Battle to Control the Narrative

There’s a battle underway in the housing sector — but it’s not being fought with bricks or budgets. It’s being fought with blogs, infographics, press releases, conferences, events, webinars, and reposted reports. A full-blown Content War — and the aim is simple: control the narrative.

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