Cottsway

19/02/2026

We’re looking for an experienced Painter and Decorator to join our Property Services Team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes real pride in delivering high-quality workmanship across painting, decorating, wall tiling, and general domestic repairs and maintenance. A flexible approach and willingness to support other trades when required are key to this role.

A full UK driving licence is essential.

If you feel like you might be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Find out more and apply here: https://orlo.uk/3Au2m

17/02/2026

Have your say on local government changes

You may have seen in local news that Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is currently consulting on proposed plans for the reorganisation of local government. This includes proposals for Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, and Worcestershire.

There’s a separate consultation for each area, and residents are encouraged to share their views on where they live.

🗓️ The deadline to take part is 26 March 2026.

Your responses will help inform the government’s decision on whether - and how - any changes move forward.

👉 For more information and to take part, see the consultation details, or look out for updates from or contact your local council.

Proposals for local government reorganisation:

- Oxfordshire: https://consult.communities.gov.uk/local-government-reorganisation/oxfordshire/

- Gloucestershire: https://consult.communities.gov.uk/local-government-reorganisation/gloucestershire/

-Worcestershire: https://consult.communities.gov.uk/local-government-reorganisation/worcestershire/

17/02/2026

Unsure how to support a young person who is self-harming?

Oxfordshire Discovery College’s Parent Toolkit can help, and we have 8 FREE places available for our customers.

This 5-week online course will help you understand self-harm and feel more confident supporting your young person.

Supporting a young person who self-harms can feel scary, overwhelming, and lonely. This course gives you practical tools, knowledge, and support - and a chance to connect with other parents who understand.

WHEN: Wednesdays, 22 & 29 April, 6, 13 & 20 May (2 hours per week)
TIME: To be confirmed based on what works best for attendees.

If you’d like to take part, please email communities@cottsway.co.uk with your full name, address, contact details, and the times that work best for you BEFORE Monday 9 March 2026.

Places will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis and all Cottsway customers, regardless of where you live, can apply.

27/01/2026

To help us improve our services, independent research company Acuity will be calling a random selection of customers over the next fortnight to ask a few questions about your experience.

📞 Take part and you could WIN a £50 gift card!

Your voice matters - thank you for helping us do better. 💛


For more details about the survey, 👉 https://orlo.uk/ltgx9

27/01/2026

Just a quick reminder about this event happening today - if you need hoarding support, pop in to Witney Corn Exchange anytime between 9.30am and 4pm.

A free drop-in event is happening on Tuesday 27 January (9.30am – 4pm) at the Corn Exchange, Witney, offering insight, understanding and practical support around hoarding behaviours.

Led by Vi Barling, an experienced hoarding specialist and declutter therapist, the event explores the real-life impact of hoarding, including:

✨ How hoarding affects people and their homes
⚠️ The risks to health, safety and wellbeing
📁 The hidden challenge of digital clutter and paperwork hoarding

No booking required - drop in at any time - and learn more about this widely misunderstood condition.

22/01/2026

A free drop-in event is happening on Tuesday 27 January (9.30am – 4pm) at the Corn Exchange, Witney, offering insight, understanding and practical support around hoarding behaviours.

Led by Vi Barling, an experienced hoarding specialist and declutter therapist, the event explores the real-life impact of hoarding, including:

✨ How hoarding affects people and their homes
⚠️ The risks to health, safety and wellbeing
📁 The hidden challenge of digital clutter and paperwork hoarding

No booking required - drop in at any time - and learn more about this widely misunderstood condition.

22/01/2026

This morning, three of our staff took part in a speed networking event with Year 9 students at Chipping Norton School

Set up like speed dating, small groups of students rotated between professionals to ask questions about different jobs and career paths. The aim was to introduce students to a wide range of roles and industries they might not have considered before.

Across two sessions, around 170 students took part. It was a lively and enjoyable event, and a great opportunity to help young people start thinking about their future career options!

20/01/2026

📢 Have your say on new access to information rights

The Housing Ombudsman is consulting on its new role under the upcoming Social Tenant Access to Information Requirements (STAIRs) and wants your views.

Watch their short video 👉https://youtu.be/5Mklz9RRnww

STAIRs will give customers the right to access information about how their homes are managed and set clear expectations for what landlords must share.

The consultation asks for feedback on:
• Who can complain and whether this is clear
• Proposed time limits for complaints
• Whether the approach will lead to fair outcomes

Consultation is open until 17 March 2026. Take part online via the Housing Ombudsman website: https://www.engage.housing-ombudsman.org.uk/stairs

We want to hear your views on changes we are making to the Housing Ombudsman SchemeThe consultation is open to Private Registered Providers (typically, this ...

20/01/2026

Get some free peace of mind by registering your appliances – new or old – so you will know if ever a safety repair is needed. Visit https://orlo.uk/64fgq

15/01/2026

🌱 We’re hiring: Decarbonisation Delivery Manager

Join our Assets team and help deliver energy efficiency and net-zero projects. You’ll lead retrofit programmes, manage teams and contractors, and ensure PAS compliance, funding delivery, and health & safety standards.

Passionate about sustainability and project delivery?

👉 Find out more and apply now at: https://orlo.uk/OKMrS

12/01/2026

The National Housing Federation (NHF) is looking for residents to join its Tenant Advisory Panel (TAP).

TAP members share their views to help shape housing decisions that affect millions of social housing tenants across England. It’s a great chance for Cottsway customers to speak up, build skills, meet new people, and make a real difference.

People from all backgrounds are welcome, including disabled residents and people with long-term health conditions. The NHF wants the process to be fair and accessible for everyone.

👉 Find out more and apply on the NHF website: https://orlo.uk/rmmr7
⏰ Applications close 30 January 2026

29/12/2025

We've exchanged contracts for more affordable homes at the new Woodlands development being built in South Marston, near Swindon.

We'll be working with Taylor Wimpey to provide 31 homes for affordable rent and shared ownership. We're also working with developer Vistry, and have exchanged contracts on 14 extra homes with them at the site, in addition to 29 properties under construction - also with a mix of affordable rent and shared ownership.

"Securing these new homes in South Marston is another step in providing more homes for Swindon, where there is high demand and need for affordable homes providing opportunities for those who cannot afford to rent or buy on the open market,” says Colin Bloodworth, our Director of Development and Partnerships.

https://orlo.uk/gikwJ