Clarion Housing Group today has appointed Richard Cook to its Group Executive Team to lead its ambitious development plans.

Mr Cook joins from Lendlease Europe, where he was Head of Residential and responsible for delivering 1,000 new homes per year of mixed tenure from open market to affordable.

Clare Miller, Group Chief Executive at Clarion, said: "We are delighted to appoint Richard to take forward our ambitious development plans as we look to play a key role in tackling the country’s housing crisis.


"Richard brings with him a wealth of experience and his expertise in the residential property field will make him an asset to the Group’s senior leadership."

Mr Cook said: "I am really pleased to be joining Clarion at a time when the need for more new housing has probably never been more acute. Clarion has the strength and capacity to deliver at scale, providing real opportunities for place-making and creating thriving communities. It's an exciting time to join the business and I look forward to leading its growth."