We offer resources and support for our tenants and leaseholders including the Housing News magazine and events for tenants.

Housing News

Housing News is our magazine for all tenants and leaseholders. 

If you have any feedback or ideas for Housing News, contact us at housing.news@bristol.gov.uk or 0117 352 1444.

You can look at past issues online at our Housing News issuu page.

Events and activities

You can keep up to date with our events by visiting our Tenant Participation facebook page.

Training opportunities

We offer free short online training sessions.

  • Zoom basic skills training, for anyone to gain some basic skills and build their confidence using Zoom.
  • Introduction to engagement, a tour of the different ways you can get involved and help shape your housing service. You can hear about how your views can make a difference.
  • Introduction to resident Scrutiny: tenant Scrutineers help us look at where we need to improve and work with us on new ideas and services. 
  • Online meeting skills and role of panel members. Learn how to get the most out of online meetings, includes practical tips on how to communicate and interact online.

New session dates are coming soon. To find out more, contact Tenant Participation.

National training and guidance for residents

For information and free training on tenacy rights visit Four Million Homes: Knowledge and action for change in social housing.

Community Learning courses

Find out about other opportunities and sign up for courses to build your skills and confidence with Community Learning courses.

Contact information

Tenant Participation

Bristol City Council
PO Box 3399
Bristol, BS1 9NE

Email: tpu@bristol.gov.uk
Tel: 0117 352 1444
Fax: 0117 352 5233