P and A Cooper Ltd is a newly established Consultancy based in Wiltshire, specializing in providing support services to the public sector in the field of Housing and related public services. The Director is Peter Cooper MA FCIH.

The company was registered in November 2007. Peter Cooper is a well-established housing professional, who has held Director level positions with a number of local authorities and housing associations, as well as positions on the Boards of two housing associations. The purpose of establishing the company was to be able to offer a range of services both directly and through a network of expert associate colleagues.

P and A Cooper Ltd is able to provide a range of services to support public sector and voluntary sector organizations in being more effective.

Organizational Reviews

We can advise you on setting up effective structure and staff teams to provide Strategic Housing Services, such as:

" Strategic Planning
" Housing Enabling and Development
" Prevention of Homelessness
" Housing Registers
" Housing Advice

Research

Peter Cooper has extensive experience of conducting research projects and combined with his hands on knowledge and experience, he is able to provide precisely tailored research. He can take technical material and present it in an easily understood way.

Policy Reviews

We have undertaken reviews of Housing Strategy documents and Housing Allocation Policies. Acting as a critical friend we can ensure that policy documents meet the standards required by the government and inspection bodies and add value by proposing new directions that policy can take.

Training Courses

Annie Cooper is a complementary therapist. She specializes in techniques for identifying and managing stress. She can provide a training course which will teach the participants techniques for relaxation and provide taster sessions for some of the alternative therapies that are available.

Peter Cooper has received praise from participants for the quality of his training courses and the clarity with which he can communicate his subjects. One day or half day training courses are available in:

Commissioning Research Projects
Getting the best out of Consultants
Allocations and Lettings
Funding Support Services
Accommodation options for Older People

Photography

P and A Cooper Ltd can provide high quality photographic images to give distinctive themes and messages to reports and exhibition displays.