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A good start - but we need the detail
Jim Dennison, head of operations at CIH in Northern Ireland, reflects on yesterday’s statement on building a united community in Northern Ireland from the Office of the First Minister and Deputy First Minister.
24/05/2013
Type:Blog
How can the Digital Deal help social housing providers?
Social landlords have until June 3 to bid for a share of the Digital Deal, a £400,000 government fund aimed at helping tenants get online and improving their IT skills. Helen Milner, chief executive of Online Centres Foundation, which is running the Digital Deal, shares some advice for organisations thinking of making a bid.
23/05/2013
Type:Blog
Housing can raise its game on health and social care
The changing landscape in health and social care means new challenges - and opportunities - for housing providers, as CIH director of health and wellbeing Domini Gunn explains.
21/05/2013
Type:Blog
Eliminating the worst element of private renting: rogue landlords
In this guest blog, Martha Mackenzie, Stakeholder Relations Assistant at Shelter, introduces the 'Evict rogue landlords' campaign.
17/05/2013
Type:Blog
Housing 2013: Challenging thinking, finding solutions
CIH President Paul Tennant introduces what's in store at the Housing 2013 exhibition.
15/05/2013
Type:Blog
Speaker's hub: Resident advice on welfare reform
The events team interviewed Phil Brady, head of neighbourhoods at Greensquare Group to find out his views on continuing to provide information and advice to residents following the changes to welfare reform. Read his blog for more details.
14/05/2013
Type:Blog
Housing and care in Northern Ireland
Last week we published a new report - Delivering housing, health and care outcomes - and in the midst of the ‘transforming your care’ debate in Northern Ireland, it seems timely to reflect on the role of housing in supporting independent living. Read the latest blog by CIH director, Cecilia Keaveny.
14/05/2013
Type:Blog
Rising Stars 2013: The campaigns are taking shape
The latest blogs from Rising Stars 2013 finalists Catherine Attenborough, Peter Bond and Sarah Morton give us further insight into their campaigns.
13/05/2013
Type:Blog
A changing housing landscape in Northern Ireland
In this guest blog, Paul McNeill, independent housing consultant shares his thoughts on the effects of the proposed changes to the Northern Ireland Housing Executive and the opportunities it brings for increased investment, better homes and improved services for tenants.
10/05/2013
Type:Blog
Changes on the front line
How has working on the front line of housing changed over the last decade - and what can we expect in the years to come? Shaun Aldis, director of property services at Wolverhampton Homes, looks at the future of the industry ahead of CIH's 10th annual Caretakers' and Estate Managers' Conference.
08/05/2013
Type:Blog
Should I stay or should I go?
It’s not often that fighting fires is a viable strategy for housing services. Julie Nicholas, policy and public affairs manager at CIH Cymru, takes a sideways look at the challenges of housing older people by way of Australian bush-fires.
29/04/2013
Type:Blog
Setting up a social lettings agency
The London Borough of Havering was one of the first councils in the country to set up its own social lettings agency. Housing strategy manager Martin Pereira outlines how they can boost the supply of affordable rented accommodation for local people while operating at a profit.
29/04/2013
Type:Blog
Using videos to communicate your message
With an increasing number of housing providers using videos to engage with tenants, staff and stakeholders, Peter Sims of film production company 7Video outlines some of the dos and don’ts you need to bear in mind.
26/04/2013
Type:Blog
Language on probationary tenancies isn’t helpful
In a week which has seen Shelter Scotland and a range of other bodies urging the Scottish Government not to progress plans to make new social housing tenancies probationary, David Bookbinder, head of policy and public affairs at CIH Scotland challenges some of the perceived concerns over the policy.
25/04/2013
Type:Blog
Speaker's hub: repairs and maintenance
How can housing organisations maintain repairs and maintentance standards as the impact of welfare reform starts to hit budgets? Wrekin Housing Trust director Wayne Gethings, who is chairing CIH's repairs and maintenance conference in May, shares his thoughts
24/04/2013
Type:Blog
Housing Finance - the cornerstone of the industry
Housing finance – it might not necessarily sound like the sexiest of topics, but it is the cornerstone upon which the industry is built.
23/04/2013
Type:Blog
Year of practice - in numbers
Policy and practice officer David Pipe looks back on CIH's year of practice, which aimed to help housing providers deal with big changes like welfare reform while continuing to get the basics right.
22/04/2013
Type:Blog
The Big Lunch - will you be taking part?
In this guest blog, Forum Housing Association shares its experience of how hosting a Big Lunch event helped to break down barriers in the community.
19/04/2013
Type:Blog
A step in the right direction
After housing minister Mark Prisk tabled a last-minute amendment to the Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Bill to better regulate letting agents, policy manager Sian Sankey takes a look at the potential consequences.
16/04/2013
Type:Blog
What you need to know about welfare reform
Making best use of stock advisor Melanie Rees shares her thoughts on the impact of welfare reform - and the bedroom tax in particular - ahead of CIH events in London and Manchester.
15/04/2013
Type:Blog
How will social housing be regulated in the future?
The Homes and Communities Agency regulation committee outlined new proposals for tougher regulation earlier this week, and wants to hear feedback from social housing providers. CIH assistant director of policy and practice Abigail Davies looks at the new proposals.
12/04/2013
Type:Blog
'Number one issue is the need for more new homes'
What are the biggest challenges facing housing providers in London? Family Mosaic chief executive and g15 vice chair Brendan Sarsfield – who will be chairing CIH’s first Annual London Conference at the end of April – shares his views.
11/04/2013
Type:Blog
Creating sustainable tenancies
Welfare reform is having a big impact on landlords and tenants – Anna O'Halloran of CIH Consultancy and Cath Davies of CD Consulting explain how their latest project, working together to create sustainable tenancies, can help.
10/04/2013
Type:Blog
The fast track - Renting Homes (Wales) Bill
Against the backdrop of immense upheaval to the welfare system it’s been easy to forget that there are other significant changes on the horizon for Welsh housing. Here’s our quick update on the upcoming Renting Homes (Wales) Bill in four questions.
09/04/2013
Type:Blog
Focus on welfare reform
In an article first published in Conversations Inspired by Housing magazine, we outline the impact the government's controversial welfare reform is likely to have - and what CIH is doing to help - as well as looking at issues specific to Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
09/04/2013
Type:Blog
Prevention is better than cure
Strict new measures to control the quality of building projects have come too late for many, but could prove vitally important for generations to come, says CIH Northern Ireland director Cecilia Keaveney.
09/04/2013
Type:Blog
Top skills for leaders
What are the top five skills every leader should have? We asked CIH’s LinkedIn group to share their thoughts.
Communication, the ability to motivate and inspire people, adaptability and strategic thinking were all common themes when we asked the 900-plus members of CIH’s LinkedIn group what they thought were the most important skills for leadership. Here are just some of the responses:
08/04/2013
Type:Blog
Bedroom tax bandwagons in Scotland
David Bookbinder, head of policy and public affairs at CIH Scotland shares his thoughts on the 'hype' and 'bandwagons' resulting from the introduction of the 'bedroom tax', notably the 'no eviction' policies adopted by a number of SNP-led councils.
04/04/2013
Type:Blog
'It's vital that landlords stay up to date'
After MPs raised concerns about direct payment of housing benefit increasing arrears, policy and practice officer David Pipe explains how CIH can help landlords keep up to date with the latest from the direct payment demonstration projects.
04/04/2013
Type:Blog
No room for manoeuvre: overcrowding and size criteria
Amid the rumours and anxiety already surrounding the introduction of the bedroom tax Julie Nicholas responds to one of the many questions from tenants that Welsh landlords are encountering.
04/04/2013
Type:Blog
Speaker's hub: Housing goes digital
Halton Housing Trust chief executive Nick Atkin shares his views on the key role social media will play in housing in 2013 ahead of CIH's Housing goes digital (#hgd13) event.
02/04/2013
Type:Blog
Resolving conflict: planning for Gypsy and traveller sites
Jo Richardson, principal lecturer in the department of politics and public policy at De Montfort University in Leicester, shares her research ideas on planning for Gypsy and traveller sites.
28/03/2013
Type:Blog
Mixed messages on unfinished estates of no comfort to residents
The problems faced by home owners on unfinished estate could be exacerbated by the government's decision to minimise exemptions from the new Property Tax, according to CIH NI director Cecilia Keaveney.
27/03/2013
Type:Blog
Will the property tax stop social housing from attracting finance?
CIH NI director Cecilia Keaveney warns that the Republic of Ireland's property tax could stop social housing from attracting finance unless government departments work more closely together to iron out the problems.
27/03/2013
Type:Blog
Welfare reform - looking to the future
CIH trainer Martin Pereira - housing strategy manager at the London Borough of Havering - shares his experience of helping people who will be affected by the bedroom tax and other forthcoming welfare reforms.
25/03/2013
Type:Blog
"It's critical that members get involved in the elections"
CIH Vice President Paul Tennant reflects on his experiences over the past 12 months – and calls on members to get involved in this year’s vote.
22/03/2013
Type:Blog
We need to talk about rents
Following the launch of CIH’s new report We need to talk about rents, policy and practice officer Laura Shimili met with a group of housing associations to discuss the options for future rent policy - and the challenges they face.
20/03/2013
Type:Blog
Rising Stars winner announced at Tai 2013
Congratulations to this year's Rising Stars winner, Cheryl Tracy. Re-cap her journey during our annual Welsh conference.
14/03/2013
Type:Blog
“My experience of online study with CIH is a positive one”
Martyn Hilliam is an Asset Management Assistant for South Cambridgeshire District Council and here he shares his experiences of studying online with CIH.
14/03/2013
Type:Blog
“Getting to know my distance learning students is rewarding"
CIH tutor, Veronica Evans, has had a colourful and varied career in housing and is now using her experience to support her students as a tutor specialising in Level 3 and 4 distance learning courses for CIH.
13/03/2013
Type:Blog
Rising Star: Cheryl Tracy’s day two
The three Rising Stars candidates have been busy networking on day two of TAI 2013. Find out what Cheryl has been up to and read her highlights in the day two blog update.
13/03/2013
Type:Blog
Rising Star: Ross Williams' Day two
The three Rising Stars candidates have been busy networking on day two of TAI 2013. Find out what Ross has been up to and read his highlights in the day two blog update.
13/03/2013
Type:Blog
Rising Star: Hannah Jones day two
The three Rising Stars candidates have been busy networking on day one of Tai 2013. Find out what Hannah has been up to and read her highlights in the day two blog update.
13/03/2013
Type:Blog
Edwards denies 'Bowie for TAI' rumours
Our man in the music industry, Paul Diggory, gives us the inside track on the latest housing-related music gossip. Whilst some or all of this article may be fictional, see if you can spot the 14 singles and 3 album titles hidden in the text!
13/03/2013
Type:Blog
Where the streets have no people
Paul Diggory was struck by the efficacy of George Clarke's ability to get empty homes on the government radar. Here he gives us the run down on George's keynote address to TAI 2013.
13/03/2013
Type:Blog
What homes where? CIH helps develop free online toolkit
This week saw the launch of What homes where?, a free online toolkit to help communities understand their local housing need. CIH policy manager Sian Sankey, who worked on the project, explains more.
13/03/2013
Type:Blog
Grainia's podcast from Tai 2013
CIH chief executive Grainia Long reflected on the challenges thrown up by the changing economy and reminded the housing industry not to compromise on professional standards in her presentation at Tai 2013. Listen to her post-presentation podcast.
12/03/2013
Type:Blog
Rising Star: Hannah Jones’ day one
The three Rising Stars candidates have been busy networking on day one of Tai 2013. Find out what Hannah has been up to and read her highlights in the day one blog update.
12/03/2013
Type:Blog
Rising Star: Cheryl Tracy’s day one
The three Rising Stars candidates have been busy networking on day one of Tai 2013. Find out what Cheryl has been up to and read her highlights in the day one blog update.
12/03/2013
Type:Blog
Rising Star: Ross Williams’ day one
The three Rising Stars candidates have been busy networking on day one of Tai 2013. Find out what Ross has been up to and read his highlights in the day one blog update.
12/03/2013
Type:Blog
An outside perspective... TAI 2013
Day one at TAI kicked off the conference with a bang. Megan Pugsley, writing student at Cardiff Metropolitan University, shares her experiences and highlights from a packed first day.
12/03/2013
Type:Blog
How should the arrears trigger for direct payment of housing benefit work?
CIH has joined forces with the National Housing Federation and Community Housing Cymru to advise the government, as director of policy and practice Gavin Smart explains.
06/03/2013
Type:Blog
Speaker's hub: Housing law update
Housing law experts Helen Tucker and Gail Sykes discuss the latest developments in anti-social behaviour legislation
01/03/2013
Type:Blog
Speaker's hub: challenges ahead for housing management
Trident Housing chief executive John Morris shares his views on the future of housing management ahead of CIH events in London and Manchester
28/02/2013
Type:Blog
The importance of leadership
CIH director of policy and practice Gavin Smart discusses how leadership can make the difference as the housing industry faces one of its most challenging years yet.
25/02/2013
Type:Blog
Rising Stars - do you have what it takes?
The deadline to enter Rising Stars 2013 is fast approaching. CIH head of professional practice Debbie Larner outlines the qualities essential for success.
22/02/2013
Type:Blog
Disability hate crime: we can’t ignore the warning signs
Following a worrying growth in incidences of disability hate crime housing providers can no longer afford to ignore the warning signs. Campaigner Simon Green gives the background to his experiences of disability hate crime, ahead of his session at TAI 2013 on recognising and responding to the issue.
20/02/2013
Type:Blog
Speaker's hub: Tackling anti-social behaviour
CIH anti-social behaviour consultant Chris Grose outlines some top tips for housing providers and analyses the latest policy developments.
20/02/2013
Type:Blog
More clarity needed on the bedroom tax
CIH director of policy and practice Gavin Smart looks at the issue of pensioners and the bedroom tax.
18/02/2013
Type:Blog
The community harm statement: how it worked for us
In this article, first published in Conversations Inspired by Housing, Joy Wilson, anti-nuisance manager at Helena Partnerships, shares her experience of implementing the community harm statement.
14/02/2013
Type:Blog
Speaker’s hub: How can housing providers prepare for welfare reform?
Nick Peplow, business development director at payment specialist allpay, shares his thoughts on preparing for direct payments and universal credit - the subject of his forthcoming session at CIH's South East Conference & Exhibition.
13/02/2013
Type:Blog
‘We need a national strategy for ageing well’
CIH director Domini Gunn reflects on yesterday’s government announcement on social care – and argues that a more radical approach is needed.
12/02/2013
Type:Blog
Leadership in social housing - how CIH can help
Leadership expert Dr Robert Rosenfeld examines how social housing is evolving and outlines some top tips for high-performing leaders.
11/02/2013
Type:Blog
Reflecting on Boris from Belfast
CIH NI director Cecilia Keaveney reflects on Boris Johnson's speech at the CIH Presidential Dinner - and what housing in Northern Ireland could learn.
08/02/2013
Type:Blog
'We need a long-term vision and joined-up thinking'
CIH NI director Cecilia Keaveney reflects on Boris Johnson's speech at the CIH Presidential Dinner - and considers the lessons that could be learned in Ireland.
08/02/2013
Type:Blog
Student award winners recognised at CIH Presidential Dinner
Three outstanding students have been awarded prizes by the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH).
The trio picked up their awards at the CIH Presidential Dinner, which took place at the Natural History Museum in London last night.
07/02/2013
Type:Blog
Tenancy Deposit Scheme offers important protection for landlords and tenants
Minister McCausland’s introduction of the Tenancy Deposit Scheme is an important step forward in protecting both landlords and tenants, according to CIH Northern Ireland Director Cecilia Keaveney.
05/02/2013
Type:Blog
‘Investing in young people can make a big difference’
Is it time to rethink our approach to services for young people? Foyer Federation chief executive Jane Slowey argues that focusing on talents and aspirations can help vulnerable youngsters make the transition to independent adulthood.
05/02/2013
Type:Blog
Mayor of London to outline housing vision at CIH Presidential Dinner
Ahead of Boris Johnson's guest speech at the CIH Presidential Dinner, chief executive Grainia Long outlines the vital role housing can play in boosting the economy in the capital and beyond.
04/02/2013
Type:Blog
Expediting the social dividend from NAMA properties in 2013
CIH NI director, Cecilia Keaveney, reflects on last week’s announcement about the increase in NAMA properties.
04/02/2013
Type:Blog
Everybody wants to change the world
Ahead of TAI 2013 CIH Cymru Director Keith Edwards warns against dropping our long term quest for progress and social justice to deal with the ‘perfect storm’ of recession, austerity and welfare reform.
01/02/2013
Type:Blog
Facing the challenges of welfare reform head on
Director of policy and practice, Gavin Smart, reflects on the results of the latest UK housing panel report.
01/02/2013
Type:Blog
Benefits and challenges of neighbourhood sustainability plans
Ahead of CIH events in London and Manchester, CIH Consultancy director Richard Medley explains how neighbourhood sustainability plans could help housing providers develop stronger neighbourhoods.
30/01/2013
Type:Blog
'More vital than ever'
As the challenges surrounding delivering affordable housing show no signs of diminishing, this year’s Home Ownership and Leasehold Management Conference and Exhibition is more important than ever. CIH conference and seminar organiser Patrick Grace explains more.
28/01/2013
Type:Blog
Why sign up to the complaints charter?
More than 20 organisations have now signed up to CIH’s new complaints charter, launched in December. Policy and practice officer David Pipe spoke to them about the benefits.
24/01/2013
Type:Blog
Housing Ireland - new issue out now
CIH director Cecilia Keaveney takes a look at the latest issue of Housing Ireland, the journal for Irish housing professionals.
22/01/2013
Type:Blog
Complaints – preparing for change
Former deputy ombudsman Rafael Runco shares his views on the introduction of the designated person ahead of CIH's latest complaints seminar.
18/01/2013
Type:Blog
‘2013 will be social, local and mobile – is housing ready?’
Social media expert Paul Taylor, innovation coach at housing group Bromford, looks ahead to his session at CIH’s South East Conference & Exhibition 2013.
18/01/2013
Type:Blog
We must prioritise housing, not politics
CIH chief executive Grainia Long argues the end of the Northern Ireland Housing Executive must mark a new beginning for housing in the country in a blog for Inside Housing
14/01/2013
Type:Blog
Speaker’s Hub: Building More Homes
In the latest speaker’s hub interview, CIH director of policy and practice Gavin Smart outlines what delegates can expect to get out of the forthcoming Building More Homes event – and why boosting the UK’s supply of affordable housing is more important than ever.
14/01/2013
Type:Blog
Measuring rents in the private rental sector
After new recommendations for measuring private rental prices were published earlier this week, CIH policy manager Sian Sankey explores the implications.
11/01/2013
Type:Blog
Right to buy: the ominous pitter patter of cold feet
David Bookbinder, head of policy and public affairs at CIH Scotland, considers whether or not the Scottish Government will go ahead with the abolition of right to buy, following its recent consultation on the matter.
08/01/2013
Type:Blog
'A safe, warm affordable home for all'
CIH president Robin Lawler considers the challenges facing housing in 2013 - and how CIH can help you tackle them.
02/01/2013
Type:Blog
Are you ready for April 2013?
Landlords are preparing for new changes this year and our latest publication for Scotland guides them to handle queries from tenants. Find out more...
01/01/2013
Type:Blog
Housing and the political landscape
After a year when our industry began to move up the political agenda, policy and practice offer Laura Shimili looks back on the activities of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Housing.
21/12/2012
Type:Blog
Reasons to be cheerful?
With Christmas just a few days away, CIH NI director Cecilia Keaveney scours the Irish government's Budget for some festive cheer.
20/12/2012
Type:Blog
Welfare reform - denial still the comfortable option for some
David Bookbinder reflects on CIH Scotland's latest policy briefing - bedroom tax guidance for social landlords - and how some organisations are still portraying the issue as simple and straightforward. Read his latest blog for more details.
20/12/2012
Type:Blog
Speakers hub: Complaints - preparing for change
In the latest speakers hub interview, policy and practice officer David Pipe shares his views on the forthcoming 'Complaints - preparing for change' event, and discusses the introduction of the designated person.
18/12/2012
Type:Blog
Will the reforms for local government really ‘put people first’?
The Irish government recently published ‘Putting people first : an action programme for effective local government’, outlining the most fundamental reform of the local government system in over one hundred years.
18/12/2012
Type:Blog
Facing the Future: A cause for optimism?
As the lastest consultation on Northern Ireland's new housing strategy comes to an, CIH NI director Cecilia Keaveney shares her thoughts.
14/12/2012
Type:Blog
Getting ready for welfare reform: A practical guide
Welfare reform is the single biggest challenge facing housing organisations in the future – which is why we have produced a comprehensive practical guide to help organisations prepare for the changes ahead, protect their businesses and support their customers. CIH policy and practice officer Laura Shimili explains.
14/12/2012
Type:Blog
Understanding the ‘designated person’
In April 2013 one of the less well-known provisions in the Localism Act will take effect. It will affect the way that unresolved complaints about social landlords are handled and the way in which they are escalated to the Ombudsman.
13/12/2012
Type:Blog
Five key elements of a great complaints service
Handling complaints effectively is vital for any housing provider, which is why CIH has developed a new charter on the subject. Policy and practice officer David Pipe explains.
11/12/2012
Type:Blog
What can we learn from the UK housing awards?
As the year draws to a close, policy and practice officer David Pipe looks back at the winners of the UK Housing Awards 2012 – and what everyone in the industry can learn from them.
10/12/2012
Type:Blog
The new online home for i2i
As part of the launch of i2i’s brand new online home Rachel Honey-Jones, i2i co-ordinator, takes a look at the main features of the new website.
07/12/2012
Type:Blog
A reminder of how far housing has come
CIH President Robin Lawler gives you an update on his activities over the past few weeks, including his role in two key events: the Northern Housing Summit and the Commemoration Day for Octavia Hill, which served as a reminder of how far housing has come.
07/12/2012
Type:Blog
Unravelling the autumn statement
Director of policy and practice Gavin Smart unpicks the details of the autumn statement from a housing perspective.
06/12/2012
Type:Blog
Are welfare reform 'concessions' a red herring for Wales?
Recent announcements in Northern Ireland have generated much interest in Wales as to whether there is a new opportunity to lobby for Welfare Reform concessions. Julie Nicholas, policy and public affairs manager at CIH Cymru, asks is this the right approach at a time when resources are scare and immense change is looming?
05/12/2012
Type:Blog
10 things to do in December
Find out how you can get involved, make the most of your membership and connect with CIH with our top ten things to do in December.
05/12/2012
Type:Blog
CIH Northern Ireland secure new sponsors for housing awards
CIH NI is pleased to announce new sponsorship support from multiple organisations this week for the CIH NI Housing Awards 2013.
04/12/2012
Type:Blog
Get involved - help make CIH a better and stronger organisation
In an article first published in Conversations Inspired by Housing magazine, President elect for 2013, Paul Tennant, gives his advice to members considering standing for the post of Vice President next year.
04/12/2012
Type:Blog
Getting to know…Cecilia Keaveney
Welcome to the new director of CIH Northern Ireland, Cecilia Keaveney. Read an interview with Cecilia as she shares her passion for education, music and life and explains what and who made her the person she is today.
03/12/2012
Type:Blog
An uphill struggle - is housing the answer?
Ahead of Wednesday’s autumn statement, when Chancellor George Osborne is due to unveil the government’s latest economic plans, Gavin Smart, director of policy and practice, shares his thoughts.
03/12/2012
Type:Blog
Celebrating excellence in housing
Chief Executive Grainia Long outlines why the UK Housing Awards are more important than ever in a time of change - and how they can help you to improve your services, learn from innovations across the sector, and help us to drive up standards in housing.
30/11/2012
Type:Blog
Happy Birthday? The Localism Act and housing one year on
After the Localism Act reached its first anniversary last month, our director of policy and practice, Gavin Smart, explores its impact on the housing sector in a blog first published by think – tank ResPublica.
30/11/2012
Type:Blog
My day with the Minister
Winner of the Northern Ireland Rising Star Award 2012, Heather Wilson, shares her experience of shadowing the Minister for Social Development, Nelson McCausland. She outlines what she learnt about the impact of social housing, and the work of the Department for Social Development, in particular in the areas of regeneration, planning and development, and reducing fuel poverty.
28/11/2012
Type:Blog
A home is for life - not just for Christmas
In his latest blog, CIH President Robin Lawler discusses the concept of 'home' as a safe, warm and affordable place to live - an idea that needs to be remembered all year round, and not just during the festive season.
28/11/2012
Type:Blog
Housing and health: the best of times and the worst of times
Director of health and wellbeing, Domini Gunn, leads CIH’s work on supporting local authorities and housing organisations to identify, address and meet the needs of vulnerable people and communities in their local area. In this short interview, she outlines how the housing and health care sectors can work together - and tells us why you should attend the 'Supported housing: actionable solutions for challenges and funding cuts' events next month.
27/11/2012
Type:Blog
CIH trainee scheme changes lives
Eileen Barron, neighbourhood officer for Aster Communities tells us about her experiences of CIH's Positive Action for Disability trainee scheme - a programme that enables disabled people to gain the experience and qualifications needed to start a trailblazing career in housing.
26/11/2012
Type:Blog
Are we returning to policy making on political whim?
In a blog first published in Inside Housing, Chief Executive Grainia Long comments on announcements made during David Cameron's speech on Monday 19 November, arguing that the prime minister’s drive to reduce red tape could undermine informed policy making. Is bureacracy in the planning system holding up growth? If there are no mechanisms in place to assess policy impact, will already disadavantaged groups lose out?
22/11/2012
Type:Blog
The countdown is over - new PCCs elected
Following last week's elections for the new Police and Crime Commissioners in England and Wales, ASB advisor Chris Grose looks at how housing providers can work collaboratively to tackle anti-social behaviour in their communities. The countdown to the new Police and Crime Commissioners is over and we now know who it will be that will take this initiative forward.
20/11/2012
Type:Blog
Autumn presidential update
President, Robin Lawler, tells us about his work during the last half of 2012 and outlines the latest updates from CIH in his blog, including highlights from the first CIH seminar on social media in the housing sector, the appointment of Cecilia Keaveney as our new director in Northern Ireland and details of how Robin has been making links with members across the UK.
19/11/2012
Type:Blog
Chartered membership explained
As we start to invite members to renew for 2013 let’s take a look at what it means to be a chartered member including the routes, the benefits and opinions from people in the sector.
14/11/2012
Type:Blog
Is interculturalism the answer to growing diversity?
Policy advisor John Perry discusses a new book from Ted Cantle, 'Interculturalism – The New Era of Cohesion and Diversity'
07/11/2012
Type:Blog
Good news! Hospital 2 Home pack - What can you do?
CIH Director of Health and Wellbeing, Domini Gunn, introduces the new Hospital 2 Home pack and explains how housing organisations can use it to make their tenants' return home from hospital easier.
05/11/2012
Type:Blog
Preparing for the police and crime commissioners
Find out all about the new police and crime commissioners, what landlords should care about and how you can prepare in the latest blog from Chris Grose, ASB advisor.
02/11/2012
Type:Blog
Solar power is still viable for social landlords
In his latest blog, policy advisor, John Perry, talks about the government’s three-fold incentive scheme and how landlords can help tenants reduce their fuel bills.
29/10/2012
Type:Blog
The true legacy of the Paralympics
It’s been nearly two months since the end of the Paralympic games and Graham Findlay, Positive Action for Disability (PAfD) manager, reflects on whether the high profile of the sports and the athletes involved has made a difference to inclusion of disabled people.
26/10/2012
Type:Blog
Housing and the jobless: What we can do for you
Director of Wales, Keith Edwards, reflects on the Guardian’s recent report about out of work and disengaged young people and the state of the sector in his latest blog.
25/10/2012
Type:Blog
Poor housing - a gift to human traffickers?
Chief Executive Grainia Long discusses statistics published last week on human trafficking, and how the housing sector can help to tackle the problem.
24/10/2012
Type:Blog
The benefits of e-learning
Head of learning, Kathy Hanson, reflects on the benefits of e-learning during the final day of the Get Online Week campaign.
19/10/2012
Type:Blog
Distance learning survey
We're reviewing our learning offer and would like you're to hear your thoughts about distance learning. Find out more and fill in the short survey.
19/10/2012
Type:Blog
How IT can improve efficiency in housing organisations
Pete Brown, head of IT at PCMS Group, tells us why he is encouraging the housing sector to embrace the opportunities to improve efficiency in and out of the workplace with technology.
18/10/2012
Type:Blog
A housing strategy for Northern Ireland
Jennifer Donald, head of policy and public affairs, takes an initial look at the new housing strategy for Northern Ireland.
18/10/2012
Type:Blog
Eradicating fuel poverty: Building wellbeing
The government is currently consulting on a redefinition of fuel poverty but why does this matter and why should the housing sector get engaged with this? Find out more with the latest blog from Sarah Davis, senior policy and practice officer.
17/10/2012
Type:Blog
Every member matters - make your vote count!
CIH members are being invited to take part in a ballot to agree the rate of annual subscriptions for 2013. Find out why your vote is important and how you can have a say in the future of your membership.
17/10/2012
Type:Blog
Get online week: five ways the housing sector can improve with the internet
We’re marking the sixth national Get Online Week campaign organised by Online Centres Foundation (OCF). Here are just five easy ways organisations in the housing sector can improve with the internet.
15/10/2012
Type:Blog
Stock rationalisation and social housing landlords
Guest blogger, Shaun Aldis, director of property services at Wolverhampton Homes, will be at our flagship asset management conference Homes 2012. He gives us an insight into one of the topics he’ll be debating – the ethics of selling property and displacing people to raise money to fund future developments.
15/10/2012
Type:Blog
How to develop disability confidence in your organisation
Disabled people are often resiliant, talented and creative. Find out how our Positive Action for Disability (PAfD) services can help you see disability differently and develop confidence in your workplace.
11/10/2012
Type:Blog
Housing had a high profile at the Labour Party Conference
Director of Policy, Gavin Smart, gives us his round-up following last week’s Labour party conference.
08/10/2012
Type:Blog
Your home and your health
Director of health and wellbeing, Domini Gunn, tells us how social housing providers can have an impact on the health and wellbeing of the people in their community in her latest blog.
08/10/2012
Type:Blog
Distance learning: A member's view
Chartered member, Christine Ashton has been with the institute for more than 20 years. Find out why she champions distance learning and how it has helped her progress from being a housing officer to managing director.
05/10/2012
Type:Blog
Housing in the new health and social care landscape
With radical changes to the health and social care landscape on the horizon for April 2013, it is now more important than ever for housing organisations to demonstrate how they can contribute to the health and wellbeing of communities. Find out more in our latest housing and health blog.
04/10/2012
Type:Blog
Housing, learning and policy: A member’s view
Jill Haley is chief officer of the Byker Community Trust in Newcastle and has been a CIH member for 20 years and is the vice chair of our North East region. We caught up with Jill to find out what she thinks about the state of the industry, whether learning is important for housing professionals and what she would change about current policies.
03/10/2012
Type:Blog
Housing and the green deal
This week the government launched its green deal and John Perry, policy advisor, talks about what their 2050 targets look like for the housing industry in his latest blog.
02/10/2012
Type:Blog
Welfare reform impact tool: from planning to implementation
Consultancy director, Karen Doran, has been working with housing organisations to help them measure the impact of welfare reform. Find out how our welfare reform impact tool has been helping others and why we’ve introduced the new personal calculator app.
02/10/2012
Type:Blog
The presidential appeal charity update
CIH president, Robin Lawler, has already raised more than £16,000 for the Foyer Federation this year and Joel Attar, development and delivery officer, for the young people’s charity tells us about their work in a guest blog.
28/09/2012
Type:Blog
How to use the welfare reform impact tool
Kelly Brewer from KLB Complete has helped us develop the new online and app based welfare reform impact tool. Read her blog to find out all about the development and how you can use the tool.
27/09/2012
Type:Blog
Getting to know David Thomas
Deputy Director for Green Deal Demand at the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), David Thomas, will be speaking at Homes 2012 and we caught up with him to find out more about his role.
26/09/2012
Type:Blog
What is the welfare reform impact tool?
Find out about our new online and app based welfare reform impact tool and watch our demo video.
25/09/2012
Type:Blog
Homes for Britain
Find out how we're backing a campaign to help put housing at the top of the political agenda during the party conference season.
25/09/2012
Type:Blog
Housing in the 80s
In September’s issue of Conversations Inspired by Housing magazine, published last week, we took another look back to see what the hot topics were in May 1987 edition of the magazine.
25/09/2012
Type:Blog
Social and affordable housing: Issue of rents and rent setting
Rent setting and social and affordable housing has been a hot topic in our policy team. Abigail Davies, assistant director of policy and practice, tells us why in her latest blog.
21/09/2012
Type:Blog
Government guarantees - further details
Chief executive, Grainia Long, discusses the latest update about the government’s guarantees in her latest blog.
20/09/2012
Type:Blog
MPs invited to support housing and growth
The housing All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) is leading on a campaign for a backbenchers debate on housing and growth. Sian Sankey, policy manager, talks about the plea and how you can help raise awareness in your local area in her latest blog.
19/09/2012
Type:Blog
Housing qualifications do provide the skills and attitude employers are looking for
Rebecca Mollart, training and academic consultant, has helped dozens of students gain CIH qualifications. In her guest blog, Rebecca tells us why housing qualifications are worth investing in.
17/09/2012
Type:Blog
The answer is invaluable. Now what is the question?
Director of Northern Ireland Jim Dennison reminds us about the importance of a place to call home.
14/09/2012
Type:Blog
Frequently asked questions about tenancy reform: Part two
In part two, policy and practice officer David Pipe brings you more answers to help you understand tenancy reform.
12/09/2012
Type:Blog
CIH welcomes new Housing Minister Mark Prisk
It's a new term and time for a fresh start for some. Keep up-to-date with the latest news about the Prime Minister's cabinet reshuffle and how the housing industry might be affected.
04/09/2012
Type:Blog
Changing the way we think about disability
Policy officer John Thornhill reflects on how the Paralympics can inspire and empower people across the UK to challenge negative attitudes to disability.
31/08/2012
Type:Blog
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Webinar video: practical approaches to welfare reform
If you missed our second member exclusive webinar with making best use of stock expert, Melanie Rees, then here's your chance to watch the video.
16/05/2013 M
Type:Feature
CIH events debrief papers
Below are debrief papers from our most recent events for you to download.
15/05/2013 M
Type:Feature
Rising Star Peter Bond: Campaign update
Peter Bond, one of this year's Rising Stars finalists, outlines how he has found the competition so far and what's in store for the weeks ahead.
13/05/2013
Type:Feature
Another opportunity for social housing providers: The changing school environment
Sarah Morton, one of the three finalists in Rising Stars 2013, explores how the changing school environment could be an opportunity for the housing industry to engage with children and young people.
13/05/2013
Type:Feature
A Rising Star’s top tips for communicating effectively with young people
People say that teenagers make the toughest audiences. Catherine Attenborough, one of this year’s Rising Stars finalists, shares what she’s learned about communicating effectively with this age group during the competition.
13/05/2013
Type:Feature
Message to all CIH members
This statement was made at the CIH AGM by Turlogh O’Brien, chair of the Governing Board, on 1 May 2013.
01/05/2013 M
Type:Feature
Webinar video: understanding the latest changes to housing and council tax benefit
If you missed our first member exclusive webinar with welfare reform expert Sam Lister then here's your chance to watch the video.
30/04/2013 M
Type:Feature
Eastern Outlook: Learning in our region
The end is in sight for the first group of students on Anglia Ruskin University’s new Foundation Degree Management of Social and Affordable Housing.
30/04/2013
Type:Feature
Eastern Outlook: MoneyWise, HomeSafe
A four-year project supporting first-time social housing tenants has started accepting referrals this month (April).
30/04/2013
Type:Feature
Eastern Outlook: First birthday for scrutiny panel
Welwyn Hatfield Residents' Scrutiny Panel marked its first anniversary by holding a reception at Campus West Welwyn Garden City.
30/04/2013
Type:Feature
Eastern Outlook: Governance update
As we've reported over the past year or so, there have been many changes to CIH's governance affecting both the National Council (now called the Governing Board) and the Regional Committees (now called Regional Boards as of 1 January 2013).
29/04/2013
Type:Feature
Changes to Audit and Risk Board
The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) has today received and accepted resignations from six members of the Audit and Risk Board, including the Chairman.
29/04/2013
Type:Feature
Webinar: practical responses to welfare reform
Find out more about the member exclusive webinar with Making Best Use of Stock expert Melanie Rees.
26/04/2013 M
Type:Feature
South West conference highlights
Hundreds of housing professionals have been enjoying the sunshine in Torquay whilst taking part in some great debates at the annual South West conference and exhibition.
26/04/2013
Type:Feature
Preview: South West conference
This week’s three-day event at Torquay’s Palace Hotel will see a superb line-up of keynote speakers take to the stage to facilitate some great discussions and debates about housing in the South West.
22/04/2013
Type:Feature
Webinar: understanding the latest changes to housing and council tax benefit
Find out more about the member exclusive webinar with welfare reform expert Sam Lister.
19/04/2013 M
Type:Feature
Annual membership survey
This month we're inviting members from across the UK to tell us their views about their membership and professional development. Entries can win their 2014 membership subscription in a prize draw.
18/04/2013 M
Type:Feature
Steve Partridge to leave CIH
Steve Partridge, director of financial policy and development at the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH), has decided to leave the organisation to pursue a new venture.
18/04/2013
Type:Feature
Yarlington team wins CIH SW Award for second year running
Yarlington Housing Group has won the annual Chartered Institute of Housing South West (CIH SW) award for the most improved housing service in the region for the second year running.
18/04/2013
Type:Feature
CIH chief executive scores high in housing power players list
CIH chief executive Grainia Long is at number two in this year's 24 Housing Power Players Top 50 - a run down of the most influential and inspirational figures in housing.
11/04/2013
Type:Feature
Rising Stars: the finalists - Peter Bond
Peter Bond from Cosmopolitan Housing Group is one of the three finalists in CIH and Inside Housing's Rising Stars 2013 competition. He impressed the judges with his ideas for creating young ambassadors for the industry and his brand concept: "A career in housing - make a difference". Will he get your vote?
05/04/2013
Type:Feature
Rising Stars: the finalists - Catherine Attenborough
Catherine Attenborough from Catalyst Housing Limited is one of the three finalists in CIH and Inside Housing's Rising Stars 2013 competition. Her idea for a #HashtagHousing campaign impressed the judges - but will she get your vote?
05/04/2013
Type:Feature
Rising Stars: the finalists - Sarah Morton
Sarah Morton from the Centre for Partnership (GEM programme) at SYHA is one of the three finalists in CIH and Inside Housing's Rising Stars 2013 competition. Her idea to engage school leavers with a CIH careers website impressed the judges - but will she get your vote?
05/04/2013
Type:Feature
Mount Kilimanjaro trek for housing charities
Former CIH President, Janet Hale, has recently completed an all-female expedition to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro to raise thousands of pounds for two housing projects. Read her story below.
04/04/2013
Type:Feature
Budget 2013 preview
A look ahead to Wednesday's Budget, what the housing industry is hoping for - and what we can expect.
As ever, the content of this year's Budget has been the subject of much speculation - and many prominent voices from outside the industry as well as CIH are calling on Chancellor George Osborne to invest in housing as a means of boosting the fragile economy.
18/03/2013
Type:Feature
Scotland Conference: Day three
The final day of CIH Scotland's Annual Conference and Exhibition 2013 opened with an address from Chief Executive Grainia Long and a keynote session on ending the recession. Other highlights included an interview with Professor Duncan Maclennan from St Andrew's University, and sub-plenaries on welfare reform, the green deal, and vulnerable communities.
15/03/2013
Type:Feature
Tai: day two highlights
Day two at the annual Welsh conference focussed on empty homes and communities. Read more and see the photos from Tai below.
14/03/2013
Type:Feature
Scotland Conference: Day two
Day two of CIH Scotland's Annual Conference and Exhibition 2013 featured a debate on the implications of greater powers for Scotland, an interview with Chair of the Scottish Housing Regulator, Kay Blair, and a session focusing on how we can make affordable housing for all a priority.
13/03/2013
Type:Feature
CIH Scotland AGM 2013
The CIH Scotland 2013 annual general meeting took place at the SECC, Glasgow, as part of the CIH Scotland annual conference and exhibition on 13 March 2013.
13/03/2013 M
Type:Feature
Scotland Conference: Day one
The bedroom tax, universal credit, housing and health and the future of public services were all hot topics on day one of CIH Scotland’s annual conference and exhibition - the biggest housing event in Scotland - which is taking place at the SECC in Glasgow this week.
13/03/2013
Type:Feature
Tai: day one highlights
Hundreds of delegates joined CIH at the City Hall in Cardiff for the start of Tai 2013. The annual Welsh conference is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Here are just some of the best bits from day one.
12/03/2013
Type:Feature
Preview: Tai 2013
This week we’re celebrating the 25th anniversary of the annual conference and exhibition in Cymru with Tai 2013. Find out what you can expect at the three day event with the sneak preview below.
11/03/2013
Type:Feature
Preview: CIH Scotland Conference and Exhibition
CIH Scotland’s annual conference and exhibition, which takes place this week at the SECC in Glasgow is the biggest housing event in Scotland.
11/03/2013
Type:Feature
CIH South East Conference: All the highlights
Welfare reform, anti-social behaviour, homelessness and getting Britain building again were just some of the topics that were top of the agenda at CIH’s South East Conference and Exhibition, which took place in Brighton this week.
04/03/2013
Type:Feature
NI Housing Professionals Shine at the CIH Housing Awards
The CIH Northern Ireland 4th Annual Housing Awards took place on Thursday 28 February, showcasing housing’s ‘best of the best’ over the last year. The evening was hosted by BBC’s Tara Mills and Inside Housing’s Editor Stuart MacDonald at Belfast’s City Hall.
04/03/2013
Type:Feature
Dates for your diary in 2013
Get your calendars at the ready as we look forward to some of the events of the year ahead. Network with colleagues, join the debates and help us boost the profile of housing across the UK at the top conferences and award nights to come.
15/02/2013
Type:Feature
Review - CIH Presidential Dinner
More than 500 people joined us for the annual Presidential Dinner at the Natural History Museum last night.
The stunning backdrop to the black tie event combined with the speeches made it a fantastic night of networking, debates and celebrations.
07/02/2013
Type:Feature
Anti-social behaviour: what could the new draft bill mean for you?
New legislation unveiled in December aims to help landlords tackle anti-social behaviour more effectively. In this feature from Conversations Inspired by Housing magazine, find out how the bill could affect you.
07/02/2013
Type:Feature
Preview - CIH Presidential Dinner
Everyone at CIH is looking forward to our annual Presidential Dinner, which takes place tonight at the Natural History Museum in London.
We'll be hearing from incoming President Paul Tennant and Mayor of London Boris Johnson, who'll be outlining his vision to solve the capital's housing crisis.
06/02/2013
Type:Feature
Autumn statement: what it means for housing
Find out all about the autumn statement, what it means for the sector and what we expect to see in our Conversations Inspired by Housing magazine feature.
28/11/2012
Type:Feature
In-house qualifications are a huge success!
Our Level 2 Certificate in Housing Practice is the one of the most popular qualifications we run. In 2011, we started to deliver our qualifications in-house, enabling housing organisations to train several employees at the same time, at a date and location convenient to them.
06/08/2012
Type:Feature
Three great topics, three amazing offers!
Linking in with our year of practice we have created some exciting offers to make it even easier to improve with us. With special offers on our great range of events around ASB, welfare reform and allocations, make sure you and your organisation don't miss out!
12/07/2012
Type:Feature
A distance learning student's story
Elsa Ward has been working in homelessness services for more than 16 years and we wanted to find out how her CIH distance learning studies has helped her career.
05/07/2012
Type:Feature
Right to buy agreement deadline approaching
In March the government announced a reinvigorated policy on right-to-buy and one-for-one replacement. Agreements have now been sent to councils, and the deadline to sign is fast approaching.
21/06/2012
Type:Feature
Depooling – what are the challenges?
CIH consultant, David Smethurst, has worked as a frontline practitioner in housing for 20 years. In an attempt to uncover the confusion around depooling, David provides us with an insight into what depooling is, how it can create problems and why it’s important.
26/03/2012
Type:Feature
Don't miss your chance to vote for CIH Vice President
The closing date for the receipt of ballot papers is Monday 30 January at 6pm
26/01/2012
Type:Feature
Financing the future
Neil Merrick investigates approaches to funding new social and affordable housing around the UK and finds significant differences
25/01/2012
Type:Feature
Vice President candidates question and answer session
On 18 January 2012, CIH hosted a question and answer session with the Vice President candidates to help members decide how to vote.
20/01/2012
Type:Feature
The Housing Strategy - In-depth comment
In-depth coverage and comment from Abigail Davies, Steve Partridge, Domini Gunn and Karen Doran on the government's Housing Strategy for England.
23/11/2011
Type:Feature
Latest learners from Gypsy and Traveller course graduate
A CIH course helps achieve positive outcomes for Gypsies and Travellers.
16/11/2011
Type:Feature
The future for tenant scrutiny
John Thornhill examines the latest developments in tenant scrutiny and how housing organisations can make it a success.
14/11/2011
Type:Feature
New qualification will help tenants live more sustainably
CIH has developed a new qualification to help residents reduce their carbon footprint.
09/11/2011
Type:Feature
Housing organisations are opening up to disabled professionals
A scheme from CIH is helping disabled people to work in housing.
07/11/2011
Type:Feature
Welfare reform
What will the Welfare Reform Bill mean for tenants and housing organisations.
26/10/2011
Type:Feature
Making a positive difference
Housing and Disability Equality - A New Approach. This article first appeared in the January 2010 issue of 'Housing' the magazine for CIH members.
05/02/2010
Type:Feature
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