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74: Offshore Homes and Ing-er-land

Dec 6, 2022
31:05

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  • Military housing in the UK faces maintenance issues due to outsourcing to private firms like Pinnacle.
  • Complex ownership structures in UK military housing history result in ongoing maintenance challenges.

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Maintenance Issues in UK Ministry of Defence's Housing Stock

The UK Ministry of Defence's housing stock, comprising approximately 50,000 homes for armed forces families, is facing maintenance challenges. Outsourced to private firms like Pinnacle, repairs are slow and unsatisfactory according to reports. Residents had hoped for improved conditions with Pinnacle taking over, but issues persist with poor insulation, heating, and ventilation common in the aging housing stock.

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