Resident Engagement for Building Safety Compliance

“The approach NewmanFrancis took was very resident focused. From the start they showed their commitment to making sure as many residents as possible understood the options; holding home visits and organising interpreters for those who couldn’t come to public meetings and workshops. They ran workshops and kept in regular contact with us to make sure that residents were influencing and involved in the process. They have been our strong advocates throughout, and have maintained their independence from the council through difficult decisions. Their main concern has always been making sure that the residents’ views were heard and taken in to account by the decision makers in the council.”

Esther Hainey

Resident Steering Group and Monitoring Group Member

“NewmanFrancis' work was delivered to a high quality and has resulted in the development of a strong and active Bangladeshi Women's Group in the area. The Chartered Institute of Housing included a case study of the project in its best practice 'Guide to Engaging Muslim Communities'(CIH 2008), which was subsequently reported in full in New Start Magazine.

The final report demonstrated an impressive and in-depth grasp of the work and a provided very helpful evaluation of its outcomes.”

Angie Greany

Brighton and Hove Council

“NewmanFrancis' community engagement expertise has been invaluable to Frankham in enhancing our approach to construction and building projects within residential areas. Their wealth of experience and knowledge in effectively communicating, consulting, and involving residents in our work has significantly contributed to our ability to deliver exceptional service to our clients.”

Richard Chitty

Group Managing Director, Frankham Consultancy