Evidence-led
Every claim backed by public documents, council records, FOI requests, Companies House data and court judgments.
ABOUT US · VERIFIED
Ten Years of Forensic Solidarity
Founded in 2016 by residents, activists, and frontline workers. We are Brighton & Hove's independent housing and homelessness coalition.
Evidence-led
Lived experience first
Independently run
OUR MISSION
Our Mission
"We are the community. Our aim is simply to make our city a fair place to live for all. No one should face homelessness when our city has the means to prevent it."
Truly Affordable Housing
Campaigning for social rents, not 'affordable' at 80% market.
Rights & Advocacy
Free signposting, legal support, and case representation for residents.
Scrutiny & Accountability
Challenging council decisions, procurement, and policy failures with evidence.
Coalition Building
Connecting residents, organisations, and lived-experience voices citywide.
OUR STORY
A Decade of Action
From a launch meeting attended by 200+ housing activists to a city-defining legal force — here is how the coalition grew.
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2016
Founded — The Coalition Launches
Formally established as Brighton & Hove Housing Coalition at the launch event attended by 200+ housing activists and MPs Caroline Lucas and Lloyd Russell-Moyle.
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2018
Homeless Bill of Rights
Coalition launches the landmark Homeless Bill of Rights campaign, giving legal protections to rough sleepers. Brighton becomes first city to adopt it in 2019.
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2019
Bill of Rights Adopted
Following a 2,475-signature petition, Brighton & Hove City Council formally adopts the Homeless Bill of Rights — a UK first.
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2020
Action on Homes Festival
Hosted the Housing & Homelessness Community Festival, bringing together frontline workers, residents, and campaigners.
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2022
Digital Platform Launch
Website and social media infrastructure expanded. Community mutual aid groups and housing register support groups established.
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2024
Cost of Living Response
Coalition leads scrutiny of council's temporary accommodation overspend (forecast £4.8m over budget) and advocates for block-booking reform.
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2025
Base One Investigation Begins
Coalition challenges the £18.86m direct award contract to Base One Holdings at full council — raises serious procurement transparency questions.
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2026
10th Anniversary
Marking a decade of resident-led housing justice. New legal portal launched. Democracy Gatekeeping campaign launched. Judicial review portal opens.
Coalition at a glance
10+
Years Active
2,000+
People Helped
47+
Active Cases
1
Homeless Bill of Rights
WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT
Our Principles in Practice
What sets Brighton & Hove Housing Coalition apart from other housing organisations in the city.
Community First
Member organisations include frontline homelessness workers, tenant groups, lived-experience advocates, and legal experts.
Independent
We are not a statutory body, not council-funded, not party-political. We answer only to the community we serve.
Get Involved Today
Whether you're a resident facing housing problems, a professional with relevant skills, or a community organisation — there's a place for you in the coalition.