Self-build project veterans move in to new homes in Leominster
SIX previously homeless veterans have completed a self-build scheme of 19 affordable homes in Leominster just in time for Christmas. The aim of the scheme, which is a collaboration between veterans’ charity Alabaré Community Self Build (Veterans) scheme and Stonewater, was to enable a group of veterans to work alongside local contractor J Harper & Son Ltd to gain valuable, transferable skills that they can bring to the workplace. In addition to increasing their employment opportunities, each veteran involved has also been provided with a secure new home for themselves and their famil...