If you have an emergency repair over the Christmas period please call 01206 244700 and you will be able to speak to our
out-of-hours service.

An emergency repair is classed as the loss of water and heating, a fire or a problem that is affecting health and safety. Our non urgent repair service resumes on December 30th.

Scroll down to see our Christmas and New Year opening hours for our office at Digby House, Colchester.

We are working closely with Fosters to ensure the highest level of customer service is reached. If you would like to have your say when we meet in January to review the service contract please email property_services@colnehousing.co.uk

We believe the rent you pay should help you build up a credit history, in the same way a mortgage does. This could help you get a better deal on loans. So we are introducing a way that you can do this if you would like to. We are writing to all customers with more detail.

Our welfare expert Chris James had had a busy year advising customers about the benefits they are entitled to. He has secured almost £100,000 in benefits for our customers.
If you need help email chris.james@colnehousing.co.uk or call 01206 244772

Many of our older customers have been enjoying festive events. From carols to decorating the Christmas tree, they have had a great time.

In the flurry of Christmas shopping please do not forget to pay your rent. If you do your home could be at risk.

Please do contact us if you are experiencing
money difficulties. Call our Income Management Team on
01206 244700 or speak to your Neighbourhood Officer.

Independent advice is also available from Step Change Debt Charity at www.stepchange.org or by calling 0800 138 1111.

Customers and staff have been busy fundraising all year for St Helena Hospice.

Just over £3,000 has been raised to support the charity which provides care for patients and their families at a tough time in their lives. Thank you to everyone who donated.