Insights
Why residential emergency evacuation planning matters more than ever
From 6 April 2026, new regulations in England will require responsible persons in certain higher-risk residential buildings to take reasonable steps to identify residents who may need support to evacuate in the…
Driving community pride through sustainable property management
From play areas to green spaces and wildflower meadows, these communal features all contribute to how a community feels and functions. That’s why they must…
Commonhold’s real test is not the law. It is whether people are ready to make it work
As commonhold moves back to the centre of the housing reform debate, it is tempting to frame the issue as a simple choice between an…
Commonhold and private estate reform: turning policy ambition into practical reality
The government’s proposed shift away from leasehold flats towards commonhold represents one of the most significant structural changes to residential property ownership in England and…
Built, Managed, Lived: Why community matters in the South West
In the latest episode of Built, Managed, Lived, Jonny Holmes sits down with Nick Mason from Taunton Rugby Club to explore the role local organisations play…
News
Latest podcast episode explores why residential emergency evacuation planning matters more than ever
The latest episode of the Built, Managed, Lived. podcast explores the upcoming changes to Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (Residential PEEPs) and what they mean for residents. Featuring insights from fire safety…
FirstPort colleagues recognised as Unsung Heroes
We’re proud to celebrate four of our colleagues who have been recognised as Unsung Heroes in the News on the Block and Jackson Sims Recruitment’s Unsung Heroes Awards 2026. Now…
New podcast episode highlights how homeowners will be crucial to the success of commonhold
The latest episode of the Built, Managed, Lived. podcast explores the expectations that will be placed on homeowners, in order to ensure commonhold succeeds in practice. In this episode, Commonhold: The Resident…
Latest podcast episode explores the importance of community
The second episode of our podcast series, Built, Managed, Lived. is now available, exploring what cultivates community spirit, and how residents, companies and organisations can influence and…
FirstPort launches its new podcast series – Built, Managed, Lived.
We’re excited to introduce our new podcast series: Built, Managed, Lived. Our podcast series brings together residents, policymakers, developers, engineers, and industry experts to explore how homes are designed,…
Blog
From Victorian gasworks to concert hall: King’s Cross landmark hosts launch of new London orchestra
Once part of London’s industrial landscape and now a recognised feature of the King’s Cross regeneration, Gasholders London added another chapter to its story by hosting a classical concert last week to…
A community built over 40 years: Homeross House celebrates milestone anniversary
Residents and staff at Homeross House in Edinburgh came together last month to celebrate a major milestone – the 40th anniversary of the retirement development. Around 75 residents attended an afternoon tea to mark the occasion, sharing stories from…
Easter traditions continue across FirstPort developments
It has been a busy Easter across our FirstPort developments, as residents took part in the Easter festivities – from scavenger hunts to Easter egg donations to local food banks. Residents at FirstPort’s Eden Court retirement development welcomed the Easter season…
Community Round Up: Landmark birthdays, charity fundraisers and community activities
At FirstPort developments across the country, the warm sense of community continues to shine through – from marking special birthdays, charity events and book clubs to celebrations as a community. These special…
FirstPort colleagues join The Great Tommy Sleep Out this March
Colleagues from across The FirstPort Group have been stepping out of their comfort zones this month to raise funds for vulnerable veterans across the UK as part of The Great…
Festive fun across FirstPort as residents and colleagues celebrate Christmas
The festive season is always a special time across our developments, and this December was no exception. From carol singing to charity fundraisers, our residents and teams came…