Equans' Working Parents Network have produced an activity pack to help keep children entertained throughout the summer holidays - click here to download a copy.
We understand that it's difficult to keep children entertained throughout summer, especially whilst you're working or maybe you've run out of ideas of things to do - well maybe we can help with that..
Our summer activity pack includes a number of drawing activities including word searches, puzzles and spot the difference as well as useful tips, recipes and ideas for days out.
Click the link above to view and download your free copy.
A sample of the new balcony decking is now available to view.
To arrange a viewing of the sample at our site office, please call your RLO, Trevon on 07811 704 593 to make an appointment.
Welcome to your resident's update from Equans. This is a great way for us to keep you up to date with all the work that has been going on so far and what we expect to achieve going forward.
If you have any queries about the works being undertaken by Equans, please direct your query to your appointed Resident Liaison Officer, Trevon Mengot by calling 07811704593.
As you will be aware, Equans has been appointed by Southern Housing to replace cladding and associated fire remediation works at Cygnus Court.
Since our last update:
We are pleased to inform you that the residents of two properties have agreed to have the new decking installed first as pilots, ensuring everything goes well prior to the full rout - thank you both for you help with this. After this process we will send out an update when all other balconies can be completed - the new decking sample remains available to view at your convenience.
On 24th July we will begin stripping all of your balconies of the existing cladding and old decking; please make sure your balconies are ready for these works. Our RLO, Trevon will be in contact to start booking these appointments, but feel free to call him for a date.
There is ongoing structural investigations to establish the integrity of the roof at Cygnus Court.
New hoarding has been installed to the front of the building for security purposes.
Further information:
Our pre-work surveys have been completed in whole, some properties remain outstanding - if you are one of these please contact our RLO, Trevon to book our attenance.
As we are carrying out works on the scaffold we advise all residents to close windows to prevent dust and debris from entering your flat during the works that may at times be dusty.
Monthly residents meeting: We would like to invite you to our next residents meeting taking place on 1st August on Microsoft Teams from 6pm - we will send you a link.
Please click here to view a copy of the full Resident's Newsletter.
We'd like to make you aware of some changes to your site team.
Sadly, Site Manager, Mary Omotosho has now left the scheme. With Mary's departure we are now welcoming new Senior Site Manager, Mark Rains to the Cygnus Court team.
Mark will be assisting Site Managers, John and Jack, in the daily management of the scheme.
Please join us in welcoming Mark to the Cygnus Court team.
Welcome to your fortnightly update from Equans. This is a great way for us to keep you up to date with all the work that has been going on so far and what we expect to achieve going forward.
If you have any queries about the works being undertaken by Equans, please direct your query to your appointed Resident Liaison Officer, Trevon Mengot by calling 07811704593.
As you will be aware, Equans has been appointed by Southern Housing to replace cladding and associated fire remediation works at Cygnus Court.
Since our last update:
- We will start liaising with the residents next week to book in boiler isolations so the remainder of the render can be removed from the building
- We would like to perform a window check on all flats with a round window as the protective covers have been removed, some may need additional support to stay in place. We are hoping to do this during the balcony stripping phase - if you have a round window please contact RLO, Trevon on 07811704593 so he can book an appointment for the Site Manager and other operatives to investigate this issue and resolve it
- Week commencing 24th July we will begin stripping around the balconies so please can all residents make sure balconies are cleared out - As stated in the letter sent to inform residents about stripping on balconies will not require you to be at home
As we get closer to the 24th July, please make sure the windows around the area where we will be working are closed to avoid dust and debris getting into your home.
Welcome to your resident's update from Equans. This is a great way for us to keep you up to date with all the work that has been going on so far and what we expect to achieve going forward.
If you have any queries about the works being undertaken by Equans, please direct your query to your appointed Resident Liaison Officer, Trevon Mengot by calling 07811704593.
As you will be aware, Equans has been appointed by Southern Housing to replace cladding and associated fire remediation works at Cygnus Court.
Since our last update:
- Stripping of the cladding to the side elevation is complete and at 80% to both the front and rear elevations - this phase of works is due to be completed by 30th June
- The hoist and staircase have now been installed to the front scaffold. We are carrying out some minor alterations to the scaffolding, apologies for any inconvenience caused during the alteration
- Stripping of the roof decking is now complete. Works on the new roofing system are still in the design phase and we aim to start works week commencing 28th June
- Regarding gas boiler isolations, we ask that all residents continue to provide us access to isolate the boiler. Any refusals will be reported to Southern Housing's Leasehold Team and will cause delays to the program, resulting in the scaffolding being in place longer
- Any debris which has fallen onto your balcony, and you'd like it cleaned, please contact Trevon
- The respite facilities are due to be delivered by 20th July, we are currently waiting for TFL to give us a suitable date for road closures so that the container can be delivered to the front of the building
As we are stripping, drilling and carrying out other work related matters, we advise all residents to close windows to prevent dust and debris from entering your flat during working hours. We also advise residents to remove picture frames and other things mounted to the wall as we won't be liable for any items damaged.
Monthly residents meeting: We would like to invite you to our next residents meeting taking place on 4th July on Microsoft Teams from 6pm - we will send you a link.
Please click here to view a copy of the full Resident's Newsletter.
We’d like to remind residents to close their windows to prevent any dust or debris entering their property as a result of the stripping works being undertaken.
Welcome to your fortnightly update from Equans. This is a great way for us to keep you up to date with all the work that has been going on so far and what we expect to achieve going forward.
If you have any queries about the works being undertaken by Equans, please direct your query to your appointed Resident Liaison Officer, Trevon Mengot by calling 07811704593.
As you will be aware, Equans has been appointed by Southern Housing to replace cladding and associated fire remediation works at Cygnus Court.
Since our last update:
- Scaffold erection to the side and rear elevations completed
- Scaffold erection to the front elevation underway and due to complete within two weeks. Hoist and staircase also to be installed
- Stripping of roof decking commenced 15th May
We now have a defibrillator available within our site office for emergencies - if you need to use this, please let us know as soon as possible. We will be utilising the grass area at the front of the building to house our resident respite facilities and changing room facilities for our labourers.
Access to gas meters: Due to scaffolding at the front of the building, gas meters are now inaccessible. If you need a gas meter reading, please inform your RLO.
Monthly residents meeting: We would like to invite you to our next residents meeting taking place on 6th June on Microsoft Teams from 6pm - we will send you a link.
Please click here to view a copy of the full Resident's Newsletter.
Welcome to your fortnightly update from Equans. This is a great way for us to keep you up to date with all the work that has been going on so far and what we expect to achieve going forward.
If you have any queries about the works being undertaken by Equans, please direct your query to your appointed Resident Liaison Officer, Trevon Mengot by calling 07811704593.
As you will be aware, Equans has been appointed by Southern Housing to replace cladding and associated fire remediation works at Cygnus Court.
Since our last update:
- Scaffold erection to the side and rear elevations completed
- Scaffold to start being erected to the front elevation within the next two weeks
- Full site office now set up at the rear of the building - you can find the site team here
We would like to thank residents for their co-operation during the intrusive internal survey and mounting of the hoist.
Roof access: As part of our works we will be installing a new roof to the block. These works are due to commence on 9th May and whilst the works are taking place access to the roof will be prohibited. To enforce this, measures will be implemented to prevent residents accessing the roof.
Monthly residents meeting: We would like to invite you to our next residents meeting taking place on 6th June on Microsoft Teams from 6pm - we will send you a link.
International Women's Day: Equans aim to affirm the Group's ambition to promote gender diversity, to increase the attractiveness of our businesses and the number of female managers in the company. To understand their career paths and to learn from their views on issues such as the benefits of gender diversity, the broadening of profile, the professional/personal balance, the importance of role models and sexist behaviour.
"There is no job that cannot be done by a woman, so go ahead and take the initiative! Our responsibility is to ensure that career progression is similar for women and men in the company."
Please click here to view a copy of the full Resident's Newsletter.
Welcome to your fortnightly update from Equans. This is a great way for us to keep you up to date with all the work that has been going on so far and what we expect to achieve going forward.
If you have any queries about the works being undertaken by Equans, please direct your query to your appointed Resident Liaison Officer, Trevon Mengot by calling 07811704593.
As you will be aware, Equans has been appointed by Southern Housing to replace cladding and associated fire remediation works at Cygnus Court.
Works update:
- The oasis units which is our temporary office is being replaced with larger containers and will be delivered on 24th April - temporary lighting is also being set up
- We will be undertaking some intrusive internal surveys to some flats which is due to start from the 25th April
Monthly residents meeting: We would like to invite you to our next residents meeting taking place on 2nd May on Microsoft Teams from 6pm - we will send you a link.
Scaffold update: Scaffold is being erected at the rear and side elevations of the building - this is due to be completed by 24th April. Access is strictly prohibited for residents and general members of the public, if you see anyone trying to access the scaffold please report this to us as soon as possible. If this occurs outside of our working hours, please report it to the Police by calling 101.
Please click here to view a copy of the full Resident's Newsletter.
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