City South Manchester

Avoid digital rogues (November 2009)
Switching to digital should be easy and straightforward. But they'll be some out there who want to exploit the situation. It's why Digital UK and Trading Standards are reminding us what to do if we need to replace equipment.

Firework safety (October 2009)
In the run up to 5 November, we're supporting the campaign to keep bonfire season safe.

The Big Listen (October 2009)
We're always listening. However, with the Big Listen, we're making a massive effort to find out what you really think. To start it all off, we're having our first Big Listen event on Saturday 31 October.

Family benefits (October 2009)
Rent? Children? Don't receive Housing Benefit? Changes may mean you're entitled to support. Call our rents team for free on 0800 840 1444.

Domestic abuse (October 2009)
The Women's Domestic Abuse Helpline now has more ways to contact them for help and support.

The digital switch (September 2009)
Our TV region (Granada) is getting ready to switch over to digital. Here, we go over what this means to you, and what you’ll need to do to be sure your home is ready.

How are we doing? (August 2009)
We have just asked Kwest Research to send out a customer survey to all City South homes, to find out what you think of our services. Please could you complete this then return it to Kwest. You can also fill this on the Kwest website using the log-in code you receive with your survey. All your responses will be treated as confidential and they will be used to help us to improve our services. After all, the more we know, the better we can do. If you have any questions, please call Kwest on 0800 634 8260.

Fire safety (August 2009)
After the tragic Camberwell high-rise fires in July, we were keen to review and re-affirm our fire safety procedures, with a focus on our high-rise blocks in Hulme, which have been built to prevent the spread of fire and provide plenty of escape routes. Find out how we keep your homes safe from fire.

Carboot for Christies (July 2009)
We're raising money for the Young Oncology unit on Saturday 8 August, 8am to 1.30pm. Turing House car park. £8 a pitch.

South Asian Festival (July 2009)
The Manchester Mega Mela (the largest in the North West) is back at Platt Fields this weekend. And sure to please thousands with its colourful and vibrant celebration of South Asian music, dance and culture.

Join the National Conversation (July 2009)
Help to keep us on our toes! We’ve got five places for you to have your say at this event run by the TSA.

Financial support (July 2009)
Visit Turing House for free money advice every Wednesday 2 to 4pm.

£120 million investment (June 2009)
Have your say on the development plans for one of our local universities.

Your space, your say (June 2009)
We're getting ready to give the Monton Street neighbourhood a grand, green revival. And we need to hear your thoughts and ideas.

Decent homes (June 2009)
We're part of Impact, the Manchester team that's dedicated to raising standards across the city's homes. Read Impact's Annual Report (pdf 2670kb).

Garden competition (June 2009)
Are you proud of your bright and beautiful garden? You could win up to £500 in Manchester's Great Green Neighbourhoods Competition.

Get together (June 2009)
Celebrate refugee week this Friday 19 June at the One World, One Powerhouse event.

Support Charlotte's campaign (May 2009)
We’re supporting Hulme local, Charlotte Hughes, in her fight against cervical cancer. Find out how you can help.

November switchover (May 2009)
It might seem a while away. However, in just six months’ time, our TV region (Granada) will be switching over to digital.

Getting cleaner and greener (April 2009)
We’ve recently expanded our Grounds Maintenance team with three new workers, all dedicated to making your neighbourhood as clean and green as it can be.

You said, we did (April 2009)
We’re always listening. It’s how we make sure that you’re getting the best service.

Regular recycling (April 2009)
Collections set to go weekly.

Your new freephone number (March 2009)
We've just launched our new in-house call service. Just like before, the service is there for you to request repairs, book appointments, ask about your rent, or report a problem. What's more, it's free! Just call 0800 840 1444.

Check it out (March 2009)
Live in a block of flats? Want to help us keep your block in tip-top condition, and tell us face-to-face what’s good and what needs sorting out? Join us on one of our regular block inspections.

Comedy capers (February 2009)
Having a laugh and raising money for Comic Relief. 

Digital TV is almost here! (February 2009)
Digital TV will come to City South homes between early November 2009 and early December 2009. Are you ready?

In focus (February 2009)
We're looking for your ideas about improving some of our services: caretaking and cleaning; how we decide who is offered homes (allocations); the way we look after open spaces.
Why not join one of our focus groups?

Hot tips for cold snaps (January 2009)
Winter weather can burst your pipes. Follow our hot tips to keep the warmth in and the plumber out!

Your BIG say (January 2009)
Do you want to have a say in setting the standards that we, and all not-for-profit-landlords, should meet? The 'National Conversation', the country’s biggest-ever tenant consultation exercise, gives you the chance to do just that.

Take the credit (January 2009)
Need a loan, or help to beat the credit crunch? Do you have trouble saving, or opening a bank account? Don't go to a loan shark. Come and chat to a friendly adviser from Manchester Credit Union.