Essex-based landlords make merger official

Mr Green said: “Today marks an exciting new chapter for social housing in Essex. By bringing together the strengths of both CHP and Estuary, Delta will be able to deliver more for the people and communities we serve.

“As Delta, we have even more capacity to improve services, invest more in our existing homes, and build the high-quality, affordable housing our region urgently needs. I’m proud to lead the board at this pivotal moment and look forward to the positive impact Delta will have across Essex in the years ahead.”

The landlord’s new name was revealed at the end of last year, after discussions to come together were first revealed in March.

The boards of both landlords decided to go ahead with the merger after considering a detailed business case, which included the findings of due diligence and feedback from a seven-week consultation with customers of both organisations.

Mr Edwards said: “I’m incredibly proud of everyone who’s worked so hard to make this merger happen. We have a strong and dedicated team that cares, so I’m confident we’ll be able to tackle the challenges and make the most of the opportunities we’ll have as the largest housing association in Essex.

“By retaining a local focus and keeping communities at our heart, we can make sure our growth translates into better services, better homes and better outcomes for customers across the county.”