An accomplished housing specialist who habitually features in the Chambers and Partners’ highest band, Jonathan is the head of both our housing sector team and the firm’s Manchester office. His frequent appearance in Legal 500 rankings is testament to his unparalleled expertise and experience, which includes supporting the housing sector’s response to the Voluntary Right to Buy scheme.
With over 30 years of acting for housing associations under his belt, Jonathan provides top legal advice for clients in affordable housing. He leads our stock rationalisation team to support registered providers buying and selling social housing portfolios. Jonathan works closely with our charities, local government and social business teams where clients of those sectors are involved with affordable housing issues and opportunities.
An integral part of the Anthony Collins’ network since 1997, Jonathan plays a key role in growing the firm’s presence in the North West. His drive stems from a desire to improve lives and communities with his unique legal insight.
My specialisms
- Social housing
- Property
- Housing management
- Supported housing
- Finance fields
My insights
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S106 Affordable Housing crisis and what councils are doing about it
This excellent article by Keith Cooper highlights the changing role of local authorities in the Section 106 affordable housing crisis. ...
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The Section 106 Affordable Housing Clearing Service - an opportunity for a reset
The announcement by Homes England of a section 106 clearing house is unlikely to make the step change in the way intended. It is...
Autumn Budget 2024: More funding for affordable housing, but radical changes are needed to make a real difference
The Chancellor’s decision to top-up the affordable housing programme (AHP) with funding to the value of £500...
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Shared Ownership and the Renters' Rights Bill
Reading this article, I just wanted to make the case for the positive aspects of the reform of shared ownership possession laws. Years...
Close of the first 100 days: an affordable housing perspective
Housing played a key part in Labour’s election campaign which was reflected in a very long to-do list. Just the...
A shared vision is essential for deep devolution to work
The Government’s promised ‘devolution revolution’ is starting to take shape, with four agreements confirmed to...
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