TENANTS’ groups in Kirklees have a new home.

The former housing office in Newsome is now home to the Kirklees Federation of Tenants’ and Residents’ Associations.

It was officially opened yesterday by Kirklees Deputy Mayor Clr Kharam Hussain.

He joined association chairman Cora Carter in the opening ceremony at the building, on the corner of Towngate and St John’s Avenue.

Mrs Carter said: “We are delighted to be here.

“Estate Buildings in Railway Street, where we were based for 20 years, was ideally located, but the building was very cold and draughty.

“Here we have our own premises.’’