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Join the Housing Management Network’s next best practice group to discuss the issue of ‘cuckooing’. Come along to share experiences, discuss the challenges, understand how to spot the signs and hear best practice examples from others in the sector working in this area.

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    ‘Cuckooing’ cases are on the rise across the country, leaving some tenants feeling like prisoners in their own homes. This form of exploitation is often linked to county lines drug gangs but can also involve financial abuse, intimidation, and coercion.

    Tenants with vulnerabilities – including those with mental health issues, substance misuse problems, or social isolation – are often targeted, with criminals taking over their property for illegal activity.

    For landlords, responding to ‘cuckooing’ is a complex challenge. It requires balancing enforcement with safeguarding, ensuring victims are supported while also protecting neighbours and communities from associated crime and anti-social behaviour.

    Landlords need to work closely with the police, safeguarding teams, and other agencies, but often face difficulties in gathering evidence, gaining access, and protecting tenants without putting them at further risk.

    Housing professionals need to be confident in recognising the early warning signs, knowing when and how to escalate concerns, and understanding the tools available to disrupt and prevent ‘cuckooing’.

    This session will provide members with a confidential space to share experiences, discuss real-world challenges, and explore best practice approaches that are working across the sector.

    Why come to the best practice group?

    Members told us they are facing challenges tackling these issues and this session offers:

    • An opportunity to find out what others are doing
    • Good honest and open discussions
    • Sharing of best practice and ideas with others in similar roles
    • A sense check about what people are doing or thinking of doing.
  • Our speaker

    Bobbie Hough, Managing Director, Hough Bellis Communications

    Bobbie is the lead HQN associate for the Estates Services Hub and the Housing Management Network as well as an expert in strategic planning and crisis communications.  Bobbie is also Managing Director of Hough Bellis Communications where he has worked with some of the UK’s most recognised brands overseeing successful mergers, high profile media campaigns and managing crisis scenarios. He works with companies to help align communications and business strategies.

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