Living and leading in interesting times
Reflecting on the pandemic and challenging times we've come up against, Jane Pightling explores the importance of professionalism and the CIH professional standards.
The importance of professional standards in social housing
In this new guest blog, Michael Cameron, chief executive of the Scottish Housing Regulator, reflects on the importance of embedding professionalism throughout organisations.
Professionalism - so much more than a qualification
Emma Withnell, learning and talent advisor with LiveWest shares more about the organisation's ambitious goals and reaffirming their commitment to professionalisation.
What’s the problem with First Homes?
CIH policy and practice officer Hannah Keilloh explores First Homes, highlighting some of the frustrations and concerns around the government’s new ‘preferred discounted market tenure’.
Getting out again
CIH head of policy and external affairs Rachael Williamson shares more about her recent housing industry visits.
Levelling Up White Paper – a Welsh perspective
CIH Cymru national director Matt Dicks explores the detail of what the UK Government's Levelling Up White Paper could mean for Wales.
Work to be done on housing and human rights
In this opinion piece, first published in the Herald, Callum Chomczuk considers the practical steps required to realise the right to adequate housing.
All you need to know about be bold in your career course
We spoke to course director of Career Innovation, Rosemary McLean to find out more about the online course.
First Homes - what will it mean for rural areas?
Rural housing specialist Jo Lavis explores the findings for the recent Rural Services Network report on First Homes, following a short survey of its local planning authority members.
Will EESSH2 achieve net zero in social housing?
Following a recent Ideas Lab, Tony Boyle from Aico explores EESSH2 progress, elements of the standard, alignment with net zero targets and how it fits with changes needed across other tenures.
An intentional career strategy
Rosemary McLean, director at the Career Innovation Company, advocates the benefits of an explicit career development strategy to equip individuals and organisations to have a sustainable future.
How to meet the needs of career starters
Learning and career development consultant Mark Anderson sheds a light on young people starting their career in today’s workplace, and challenges employers to scrutinise the support they provide.
The quarter-life crisis
Julia Yates looks at what’s behind the quarter-life crisis, and what you can do to support your employees and your organisation as it happens.
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion in the housing profession
CIH Scotland national director Callum Chomczuk shares an update on CIH's commitment to build on the rich diversity of every individual in housing.
Improve diversity and inclusion with mentoring
Find out how you can improve your organisation's diversity and inclusion initiatives with mentoring and reverse mentoring.
