Cromwood Housing’s pioneering partnership with Thames Reach has received recognition at the London Homelessness Awards.
The two organisations have worked together to bring forward much-needed high quality accommodation for rough sleepers in the capital.
Their work was one of six projects shortlisted from more than 30 entries at this year’s awards with judges commending the organisations for ‘making a special contribution to helping combat homelessness in London’.
The London Homelessness Awards are sponsored by London Housing Foundation, London Housing Directors, The Mayor of London, Crisis, and Shelter.
Simon Dow, executive chair of London Housing Foundation, chaired the judging panel.
He said: ‘2024 saw an exceptional range of applicants giving us a formidable short list and some very tough choices to make. Each project’s presentation to the judging panel were powerful and a real reminder of just how vibrant the homelessness sector in London continues to be.’
Kevin Murphy, strategic director of Cromwood Housing Group, said: ‘We’re really pleased that our work with Thames Reach has been recognised at the awards.
‘The success of our partnership comes down an ability to work together and come up with a fresh solution – with support from funders and investors – that delivers a sustainable supply of homes quickly where they are needed most.’
Shortlisted projects will be honoured at a special event in December.
Bill Tidnam, chief executive of Thames Reach, said: ‘There is much criticism of the quality and affordability of accommodation in the private rented sector.
‘Much of this criticism is deserved, but this partnership between Thames Reach and Cromwood shows how when supported by private investment and public funded support it can provide an effective and sustainable route away from homelessness.’
- Read an interview with Bill Tidnam and Kevin Murphy where they explain how the partnership came about: https://cromwood.co.uk/interview-a-partnership-approach-to-tackling-homelessness/