Member only CIH Unlocked 27 Mar 2024 | Homelessness

Up against it: Tackling homelessness during times of strife

As the number of people experiencing hardship in the UK continues to rise, so does the number of homeless. Some housing providers, however, are fighting hard to stem the tide.

25 Mar 2024 | Homelessness

Research into gambling harm and contribution to the impact of homelessness

Read the background from a report by Simon Community Scotland about the links between gambling harm and homelessness.

19 Mar 2024 | Affordability and benefits | Cost of living | Tenants and residents

Debt Awareness Week 2024

Megan Hinch discusses Debt Awareness Week 2024, highlighting barriers to debt advice and challenges in social housing, advocating for support and systemic changes.

14 Mar 2024 | Building new homes

Opportunities, challenges and trends in delivery of housing in England

Recent research found that 94 per cent of local authorities (LAs) are engaging with housing provision, what does this mean for housing opportunity in England.

Member only CIH Unlocked 14 Mar 2024 | Digital

Resilience in action: Lessons from a cyber crisis

Sara Sheard recounts how Incommunities survived a malicious cyber attack last summer and explains what it is doing to ensure it is fully prepared for any future attacks.

Member only CIH Unlocked 14 Mar 2024 | Building new homes

What is framing, and how can it be used to grow support for building social homes?

Expanding on a webinar hosted by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, we look at how framing can be used to shore up support for building more social homes. One for the communications professionals.

Member only CIH Unlocked 14 Mar 2024 | Building new homes | Climate and sustainability | Cost of living | Homelessness | Regulation and legal | Tenants and residents

Scotland’s Housing Festival 2024: A time for action

Around 500 delegates witnessed Callum Chomczuk declare a housing emergency at Scotland's Housing Festival 2024.

Member only CIH Unlocked 14 Mar 2024 | Career development | Regulation and legal

Six key clarifications on the Competence and Conduct Standard

Our recent 'Lunch and Learn' provided further clarity on what the Competence and Conduct Standard will look like when it comes into effect next year.

Member only CIH Unlocked 14 Mar 2024 | Career development

Through the keyhole: Becoming a Housing Academy tutor

Louise Togneri and Martin Haddelsey share insight into the role of a CIH Housing Academy tutor.

05 Mar 2024 | Career development

Advancing housing practice: Education development paves the way forward in Northern Ireland

In the evolving landscape of housing practice, education stands as the cornerstone of progress. As we navigate modern housing management, it's imperative to equip ourselves with skills and knowledge.

05 Mar 2024 | Career development

Why CIH Futures are launching a new network for young housing professionals

This March, CIH Futures launch a network to bring young people within the housing sector together to share ideas and have a voice across the sector.

29 Feb 2024 | Equality, diversity and inclusion | Homelessness

Striving for equality in housing

We hear from Dr Gareth Young from CACHE who talks over equality in housing and how this is impacting on homelessness.

Member only CIH Unlocked 29 Feb 2024 | Equality, diversity and inclusion | Health | Tenants and residents

Why Almond Housing Association is switching to a 'nine-day fortnight'

Almond Housing Association has become the latest social landlord to reduce the number of days its employees are required to work, launching a ‘nine-day fortnight’ trial earlier this year.

Member only CIH Unlocked 29 Feb 2024 | Regulation and legal

Spring Budget 2024: What’s in store for housing?

Stamp duty changes, 99 per cent mortgages, more support for struggling households... what announcements might we see in next week's budget?

Member only CIH Unlocked 29 Feb 2024 | Health

Five ways to build a happy housing workforce

Wellness apps and gym memberships might not be the way to go...