Eight fantastic new build properties in Kenton are to be officially opened in a special ceremony.

The two-bedded bungalows are the result of a partnership between Your Homes Newcastle, Newcastle City Council and the Homes and Communities Agency.

Lord Mayor of Newcastle Cllr Mike Cookson will unveil a commemorative plaque that will mark the homes as amongst the first social housing to be built in the city for 30 years.  YHN Chief Executive John Lee, Doug Henderson MP and representatives from Newcastle City Council and building partners Bellway, will be there.

The eight bungalows are part of a series of affordable homes built at three sites across the city as YHN, Newcastle City Council and HCA continue to address the housing need in the city.  Priority for the Souter Court properties will be given to elderly and disabled people.

Executive Member for regeneration and housing Cllr Bill Shepherd said:

"The new bungalows are a result of partnership working between Newcastle City Council, Your Homes Newcastle and the Homes and Communities Agency and form part of a series of new affordable homes that will be built across three sites in Newcastle.

"There is much demand for affordable homes in Newcastle but we are pleased these ten properties have been greatly received by the public.

"It is an exciting time for affordable housing in the city and together we will continue to address the demand for quality properties by progressing forward in our desire in create sustainable and affordable homes that will withstand the test of time.”

John Lee added:

 “We are delighted to have worked with Newcastle City Council and the Homes and Communities Agency to launch these fantastic and affordable contemporary homes.

“YHN is committed to providing high-quality social housing and we are pleased to be able to offer these bungalows with priority to elderly and disabled people.

“They are built to the highest standards and we hope to further the momentum with the construction of more new homes across the city to reinforce YHN’s dedication to addressing the need for affordable housing in Newcastle.”