Empty Homes Classroom Session: Managing Difficult Properties

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Speakers

David Armstrong
Founder
Mallard Consultancy
David is widely acknowledged nationally as an expert in local authority and public sector matters.
UK
Date: 24/06/2026 9:30 am
Length: 7 hours
Location: De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, 61-65 Great Queen Street, London, WC2B 5DA
Price: Free
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Finders International are pleased to present the 2026 Empty Homes Classroom Session: Managing Difficult Properties.

This in‑person training session brings together Empty Homes Officers, Housing Enforcement teams, Environmental Health professionals and local authority colleagues to explore practical approaches to managing complex empty property cases.

Led by David Armstrong, a specialist in housing enforcement and statutory powers, the session combines legal insight with real‑world application, offering practical guidance to support effective frontline decision‑making.

By attending, you will:

  • Gain a clear understanding of the legal tools available, including enforcement powers, nuisance routes and planning options
  • Explore case-based scenarios to strengthen confidence in evidence‑gathering, proportionality and engagement with property owners
  • Hear practical insights grounded in current enforcement challenges
  • Connect with peers to share experiences and approaches

The session begins with refreshments and informal networking, followed by a focused programme of learning and discussion. Lunch and tea/coffee are provided.

This event is free to attend; however, spaces are limited.

Please use the registration link to secure your place.

We look forward to welcoming you.

View the full event agenda here 👈

Host

Muhammad Uddin
Public Sector Development Manager
Finders International
Muhammad Uddin previously worked in housing for 17 years within the Social Housing and Private Sector Hosting. His most recent experience was with a local authority in Leicestershire, where he worked as an Empty Homes Officer, with a proven track record of successfully bringing 196 empty properties back into use. Muhammad has experience dealing with all empty homes related issues within the private sector, working in partnership with home owners, carrying out property inspections for housing standards, HHSRS property inspections, and offering grants and property maintenance advice to property owners. Muhammad also managed acquisition with annual budget of £10m used to purchase empty properties and properties on the market in dealing with the Housing shortage councils are facing.
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