Dissecting the Welsh government’s new social rent settlement
Matt Dicks looks at what the Welsh government's 6.7 per cent social rent settlement announcement means for both tenants and landlords in Wales.
Five talking points from our Big Conversation on EDI
Speakers and attendees discussed the sector's progress on equality, diversity, and inclusion — and what more needs to be done.
Deliver on sustainability by putting people at the centre of your journey
Rob Gilham and Jo Shields share insight into whg’s people-centred approach to sustainability, which has earned them recognition from acclaimed consultancy RITTERWALD.
Lara Oyedele: Taking the next step
While Lara's CIH presidency has come to an end, her efforts to improve diversity within housing have only just begun.
Jill Murray BA FCIH: ‘Be EPIC’ in housing
CIH president Jill Murray BA FCIH on the importance of professionalism in housing, her newly launched presidential campaign, and why you're never done learning — even as CEO.
Party conference season: What was said about housing?
As party conference season draws to a close, we reflect on what the Conservatives, Labour, and more said about housing and how they plan to deliver on key issues such as supply and quality.
A candid look at diversity and leadership in housing
October's back, and so is Black History Month. But let's cut through the ceremonies and get real, writes Connex Leadership Networks' Tunde Hinton.
Bring housing and homelessness services together to rebuild lives and save money
This World Homeless Day, Riverside’s John Glenton explores why the homelessness crisis is getting worse, and how bringing housing and homelessness services together can help alleviate the problem.
Trivallis: Setting the pace for independent living provision
Claire James shares insight into how Trivallis became the first housing association in Wales – and the UK – to be awarded the new Erosh Independent Living Standards accreditation.
The Energy Efficiency Taskforce and similar Conservative casualties
We’ve listed some of the most notable energy-efficiency schemes scrapped under the Conservatives since 2010, scrutinising the impact these decisions have had on the UK’s decarbonisation efforts.
Key takeaways from CIH South West 2023
Professionalisation, rural homelessness, and net-zero were just some of the many big issues discussed at this year’s CIH South West conference.
Help residents make the most of their new energy-efficient homes
When delivering highly energy-efficient housing, providers need to work with residents to ensure they're able to get the most out of their new home’s green features, writes Midland Heart’s Joe Reeves.
Key learnings from our webinar on repairs and maintenance in Ireland
Missed our recent webinar on how housing providers in Ireland can improve their repairs and maintenance offer? Get all the main takeaways here.
Culture is at the heart of compliance
While the housing sector has long focussed on competition instead of working together, there are signs that this way of thinking is starting to change, argues ForHousing’s Harriet Rushton.
Accessible homes are a matter of social justice
Lauren Davies, campaigns officer for Homes at the Centre for Ageing Better, on how a shortage of accessible homes will impact our ageing society and why we must make homes more inclusive.
