The programme of HIF’s for 2008 has now finished. We held HIF’s in –

• Haydon Wick on 28^th February
• Penhill on 27^th March
• Park South on 24^th April
• Moredon on 29^th May
• Toothill on 26^th June
• RailwayVillage on 31^st July
• Eldene on 21^st August
• Pinehurst on 25^th September

It’s been great to see so many of you at these events – I hope those who attended found the HIF’s not only a good source of information, but also an opportunity to sort out any problems you might have with your homes or neighbourhoods …. and of course, have a bit of fun, and for some of you, some nice prizes!

It looked to us like everyone who attended had an enjoyable afternoon – despite the weather in a lot of cases! In fact, thinking about it, we have been rained on at various speeds for all but three!!

Here are some interesting figures from the Fayres so far:-

• Housing issues discussed – 407
• Adults who attended – 349
• Children and young people who attended – 444
• Faces painted – 204
• Feedback forms received – 126
• Prizes won – 45
• Waste and Recycling enquiries - 281

We’ll soon be evaluating the 2008 HIF’s, and considering whether they have been worthwhile from a Housing point of view, but also trying to gauge how useful you have found them.

If you have attended a HIF in your area this year, we’d love to hear from you – let us know how useful you found the event, how we can improve them, and whether you think we should do them again next year.

If there hasn’t been one in your area, and you would like there to be one where you live – let us know!

If you have any questions, or want to give some feedback on your experience, please call me on Swindon 463673 or email to sslater@swindon.gov.uk

I look forward to hearing from you.

Shelley Slater

Housing Participation Officer