New SHDF statistics show progress, but we need to go further on decarbonisation
The impact of the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) is revealed for the first time showing great progress but also revealing how much work must still be done.
The Dementia and Housing Working Group relaunches
The chair of the Dementia and Housing Working Group discusses the difference good housing makes for people living with dementia and the group’s action-oriented ethos that creates tangible outcomes.
Leading the way on housing and dementia
CIH Scotland has been focusing on housing and dementia for a number of years, this blog by Ashley Campbell highlights how their learning in this area can help people across the UK.
Creating the Future: Helping housing professionals to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours
This Learning at Work week, Michael Guest from Michael Guest Associates discusses equipping the people involved in housing for changes that are shaping the sector and preparing for upcoming changes.
Mentor spotlight - Brendan Morrissey
In this new series by CIH Northern Ireland, we're sitting down with some of our mentors to discover more about them.
Affordable housing investment in Northern Ireland meets targets amid political uncertainty
CIH Northern Ireland engagement and external affairs officer Julie Steele examines what the 2023 UK Housing Review tells us from a Northern Irish perspective.
We need action on homelessness
Homes for Cathy chair, David Bogle shares why tackling homelessness should be the number one priority for housing associations.
In my shoes: An interview with Alysha Burrell
We sat down with Alysha Burrell, director of Building Future Leaders, to talk about inspiring the next generation and what we need to do to attract future housing professionals and leaders..
Exploring data with The Housing Agency
The Housing Agency’s Karl Burke gives an overview of the Data Insight Series, taking a look at the statistics from the third iteration on housing costs and energy prices.
Ofgem's new code of practice leaves the door open for forced prepayment meter installs in vulnerable homes
Policy and practice officer Matthew Scott examines the ambiguities in Ofgem's new code of code practice, examining the code's definitions of vulnerable people and the risk these definitions create.
Stepping up to the refugee crisis
Last month, the government announced it was phasing out hotel bridging accommodation, which is currently housing around 8,000 Afghan refugees
Stagnating progress on damp, mouldy homes – The UK Housing Review 2023
This blog examines the progress in addressing damp and mould issues and the impact on health, using the latest research from the 2023 UK Housing Review.
The state of older people’s housing in Wales
In February 2023 Care and Repair Cymru published a report looking into the state of older people’s housing in Wales. The report showed that older person’s housing in Wales needs investment.
Support needed for warmer rural homes
Originally written for Rural Housing Week 2022, Rural Community Network's Aiden Campbell explores additional challenges faced by rural dwellers when trying to heat their homes
Let’s collaborate to start an honest and open conversation about retrofit
Kathy Thomas, communication project manager (net zero) at the Northern Housing Consortium, discusses a recent joint project with Placeshapers and Tpas to improve resident engagement.
