News

07/10/2026

Behind the Scenes with Scott Gosling, Director of Property

Welcome back to our ‘Behind the Scenes’ series, where we're introducing the people in our Leadership team. This time, we're meeting Scott Gosling, Director of Property. Having started his career at Poplar HARCA as a teenager, Scott now leads the teams responsible for keeping homes, buildings and neighbourhoods safe, well-maintained and welcoming places to live.

01/10/2026

Lisa’s East London story

For Black History Month 2026, we’re celebrating the people whose everyday contributions help strengthen and support our communities. We're honouring Lisa, an East Londoner whose Jamaican heritage, commitment to bringing people together and dedication to local community projects reflect the spirit of this year's theme.

28/09/2026

Going the extra mile and raising £22,000 for charity

After years of walking, climbing and paddling for charity, 2026 brought two new fundraising challenges. From a 20km walk across every Poplar HARCA estate to our first-ever Soap Box Derby, colleagues, partners, friends and family came together to raise over £22,000 for two causes.

25/09/2026

A new look for Stroudley Walk

If you've walked through Stroudley Walk recently, you'll have noticed it’s had quite a glow up.

24/09/2026

Read our 2025-26 Residents Annual Report: creating opportunities together

Our latest Annual Report for residents is now available, highlighting what we’ve achieved together over the past year – and how your feedback is helping shape what happens next.

24/09/2026

Honouring Our Communities: Black History Month 2026

Throughout October, we're celebrating Black History Month and this year's theme, "Honouring Our Communities."

17/09/2026

Behind the Scenes with Peter Marcus, Director of Technology

Welcome back to our ‘Behind the Scenes’ series, where we're introducing the people in our Leadership team. This time, we're meeting Peter Marcus, Director of Technology. Peter has helped shape the technology and digital services that support residents, colleagues and services across Poplar HARCA, keeping the organisation connected, secure and ready for the future.

11/09/2026

One year of estate walkabouts: Your feedback makes a difference

Over the past year, managers have been out on estates across Poplar and Bow, speaking directly with residents to understand what you value about where you live, hear your concerns and identify opportunities to make improvements.

07/09/2026

UPDATE: Devons area water pressure

03/09/2026

It’s time for your free Property MOT

We're offering free Property MOT inspections to Poplar HARCA tenants.

02/09/2026

Phone system upgrade

We're upgrading our telephone system in September. This change is expected to have minimal impact on residents.

31/08/2026

5 ways to keep your home gas safe

Gas Safety Week runs from 14-20 September, and this year's theme is ‘Take No Chances’. When it comes to gas safety, simple checks can make a big difference and help keep you, your household and your neighbours safe. Here are five simple ways to stay gas safe at home.