Hankinson Whittle Celebrates Recognition at Northern Housing Awards 2026

Hankinson Whittle was proud to sponsor the Northern Housing Awards 2026, celebrating an evening of achievement, innovation and collaboration across the social housing sector.

Held on Thursday 21 May 2026 at the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel in Manchester, the Northern Housing Awards brought together housing providers, contractors and industry professionals to recognise the organisations and individuals making a positive difference to homes and communities throughout the North.

This year's event was particularly special for Hankinson Whittle, with the business sponsoring an award category, receiving recognition as a finalist and celebrating the success of a collaborative housing project.

Recognising Excellence in Social Housing

Hankinson Whittle was delighted to sponsor the Best Use of Technology by a Social Landlord award, recognising housing providers embracing innovation and technology to improve their services and the experiences of residents.

Supporting this category reflects Hankinson Whittle's commitment to the continued development of the social housing sector and the importance of finding new ways to improve the quality, efficiency and delivery of housing services.

The evening also provided a valuable opportunity to connect with industry colleagues, celebrate shared achievements and recognise the dedication of organisations working to make a meaningful difference.

Hankinson Whittle Shortlisted for SME of the Year

Alongside its sponsorship, Hankinson Whittle was honoured to be shortlisted for SME of the Year, recognising the business among a strong selection of organisations operating within the housing sector.

The nomination represents a significant achievement for the company and reflects the ongoing dedication, expertise and hard work of its teams.

Hankinson Whittle was also pleased to see Primrose Court, delivered in collaboration with Riverside and Storm Tempest, shortlisted for Supported/Sheltered Housing Scheme of the Year.

Celebrating Our People and Partnerships

The Northern Housing Awards provide an important opportunity to recognise the people, partnerships and projects driving positive change throughout the housing industry.

For Hankinson Whittle, being part of the 2026 awards was a proud moment and an opportunity to celebrate the relationships, teamwork and shared commitment that underpin its work across the sector.

Congratulations to all the winners and finalists, and thank you to the organisers for bringing together another fantastic celebration of Northern housing.

Hankinson Whittle looks forward to continuing its support for the sector and building on the partnerships and achievements celebrated throughout the evening.