News & Blog
31/12/2025
Simply having a Pat Midgley Hub Christmastime!
From dressing up the centre to a community lunch, the Christmas spirit is truly alive in Wybourn.
18/12/2025
First Affordable Homes Completed at Norden Development
The first ten of 49 new Shared Ownership homes have been handed over to Great Places at our new development in Norden, Rochdale. Delivered in partnership with Stonebond, the scheme has been designed to meet local housing needs and provide accessible homeownership opportunities for the Rochdale community. The remaining 39 homes will be handed over […]
18/12/2025
Article by: Great Places
Christmas and New Year Opening Hours
Our offices will be closed during the Christmas and New Year period.
17/12/2025
Article by: Great Places
Customer Scrutiny – December 2025 update
Insight shared findings from three key scrutiny reviews this year, making 14 recommendations to improve customer services and shape our standards.
17/12/2025
Article by: Great Places
What the autumn budget means for you
The Chancellor’s Autumn Budget brings significant changes to taxes, benefits, wages and everyday costs. Here’s what you need to know:
17/12/2025
Great Places achieves a C1 rating for consumer standards
We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded a C1 grading in relation to consumer standards by the Regulator of Social Housing, to sit alongside the G1 (Governance) and V2 (Viability) gradings awarded after our inspection in May 2024. Following last year’s inspection, Great Places was initially given a C2 consumer standards grading, […]
15/12/2025
A tribute to Simon Robinson
It is with profound sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the sudden and unexpected passing of our great friend and colleague, Simon Robinson.
10/12/2025
Samosa making for a great cause at The Primrose Centre
The Primrose Centre in Oldham hosted a fantastic Samosa-making class in support of the Mayor’s Charity Appeal.
04/12/2025
Stay fire-safe this festive season!
It's the most wonderful time of the year - but with the increased risk of fire, let's all stay aware of how to stay safe.