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Procurement frameworks are often seen as back-office tools, but when designed with responsiveness and resident wellbeing in mind, they become vital levers for delivering safer, warmer and more dignified homes across the social housing sector, explains Rory Evans, regional director for LHC. 

At LHC, building better communities starts with creating a better, more inclusive industry. That’s why we were proud to attend, exhibit, and participate in the Diversity and Inclusion in Construction (DIIC) Conference, which took place on the 30^th of October, an event held in celebration of Black History Month.

Public sector procurement is often seen as a technical necessity: complex, rule-bound and resistant to change. Yet, as highlighted our recent workshop in partnership with the not-for-profit framework provider LHC, strategic procurement can be a vital lever to help councils drive inclusive growth and better and more equitable representation.

Here at LHC, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and forward-thinking working environment. That’s why our colleagues, Eres Tedla Tekeste, Technical Support Officer and Sima Khatun, Regional Procurement Manager, attended the online Women in Construction Conference 2025 on the 14th of October.

At LHC, our goal has always been to support you with the frameworks and knowledge needed to deliver vital projects. A key part of that goal is our commitment to staying deeply embedded in the industry conversations that shape your work.

Farah, here, the Marketing and Communications Officer at LHC.

Like many of us, I’m a firm believer in the power of physical activity. It’s my personal outlet for stress, a source of energy, and a key part of my wellbeing. So, when LHC offered us 1.5 volunteer days, I knew I wanted to spend it with a charity that shares this passion. That’s how I found myself at Every Contact Counts (ECC), a charity dedicated to using fitness to empower some of the most vulnerable people in our community.

The UK's commitment to reaching net zero by 2050 requires a big effort. With Phase 4 grants now awarded, it's crucial to understand what the funding means for our communities.

If you are a public sector organisation assessing your next steps, here’s what you need to know about PSDS Phase 4.

Since 1966, the true impact of LHC's work can be seen in the strengthened communities and improved lives across our region. At the heart of our not-for-profit organisation is a simple mission: our success should directly benefit the communities we serve. We are proud to channel our surplus back into our region, reinforcing our commitment to improving lives and places through quality procurement solutions.

This September, LHC hosted our public sector clients and industry experts at The Cumberland Hotel in Marble Arch for our AGM and Modular Buildings event. The day provided a dynamic forum for exploring how we can deliver essential buildings faster, more efficiently, and in line with net-zero ambitions. The answer, as demonstrated throughout the event, was the strategic implementation of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC).

Annie Ngemi, our Business Coordinator, volunteered at Rayners Lane Baptist Church. She was buzzing with excitement as she prepared for one of the highlights of the Church’s year: their annual Holiday Bible Club - The Greatest Journey! Their halls were filled with the energy and laughter of children from the local communities.