As satisfaction rates from residents rise for People 1st (Slough), it has just been announced that the housing service has appointed a new chief executive.
Andrew Billany is currently the chief executive of the Hornsey Housing Trust, a registered social landlord in north London and has more than twenty years experience in housing management, including local government.
He will start in his new Slough post in the next two to three months.
Sue Morris, chair of the People 1st board said: “I am absolutely delighted Andrew is joining us as he is very committed to improving social housing.
“The recruitment panel, which included representatives from the Federation of Tenants and Residents and Slough Borough Council, was unanimous in its choice.”
Andrew joins People 1st at an exciting time with more residents satisfied with services than ever.
Overall satisfaction with the housing service has risen to 69 percent in the past six months and satisfaction with the neighbourhood to 71 percent.
There is also a big rise in satisfaction with repairs carried out, rising from 80 percent to 90 percent.
Commissioner for Slough housing, Cllr Tony Haines, said: “It is great news for People 1st (Slough) who have recruited an experienced member to the team.
“The next year will be an exciting opportunity for all involved, especially as the satisfaction ratings for the service are going up every day.”
Slough Borough Council
