London based homelessness charity Single Homeless Project, which supports more than 10,000 people, has announced it has merged with a 324-home housing association in the capital.

Through the move Peter Bedford Housing Association has become a subsidiary of the charity, while retaining its name and status as a registered social housing provider.

They “aim to provide more of the right homes, strengthen support and services, and create more opportunities for people to rebuild their lives and transform their future”, through the move, said the two organisations.

“Peter Bedford Housing Association brings valuable housing expertise, strong relationships and a shared commitment to the people we support,” said Single Homeless Project chief executive Liz Rutherfoord.

“By coming together, we can build on what each organisation already does well, explore new ways of working and create more opportunities for people to leave homelessness behind for good.

“This isn’t about growth for growth’s sake. It’s about what we can achieve together and the difference we can make for people experiencing homelessness.”

The housing association’s chief executive Clare Norton added: “Peter Bedford Housing Association has a proud history of providing homes and support for people who need them.

“Becoming part of Single Homeless Project gives us an opportunity to build on that history while retaining the identity, expertise and local relationships that make our organisation distinctive.

“We share a commitment to listening to the people we support and using their experiences to shape what we do. We’re excited about the opportunities this new relationship creates for our tenants and the people we support, both now and in the future.”

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