Supporting the supporters: The Northern Ireland homelessness charity putting staff wellbeing above all else
Unlocked sat down with Simon Community’s director of HR and organisational development to find out how its non-negotiable commitment to employee wellbeing is helping the organisation to deliver on its fundamental mission.
Specialist accommodation: Why housing and social care need a shared planning framework
OVAC Group’s Dr Ngozi Fakeye and Wokingham Borough Council’s Sukh Singh explain how a shared framework can help local authorities’ housing and social care teams better plan for specialist accommodation.
Preparing for STAIRs: Why data alone won’t deliver good housing management
Ahead of the introduction of STAIRs, Matt Jones explains how MSV Housing has transformed the way it uses data to support more proactive housing management.
Webinar takeaways: Competence and Conduct regulatory requirements in practice
Our recent member-exclusive webinar explored how social landlords in England are approaching the Competence and Conduct Standard, what good practice looks like and how the sector is navigating shared challenges.
No public funds, no tenancy? Understanding immigration control
In this article we break down what immigration control is, the definition of different leave to remain statuses and why this is so relevant to the housing sector.
Why the CIH professional standards are key to a better housing sector
We’ve all got our part to play to make the housing sector the best it can be for residents, housing organisations, and our colleagues.
Support for CIH members — what’s happening in your area this summer?
Hear from CIH's engagement teams across the UK on what they've got coming up, such as overseeing CIH Clubs, attending housing events, and much more!
The career I didn’t plan – but I wouldn’t change
In this guest blog, Laura Harris from West Lothian Council reflects on a career in housing that began not with a plan, but with a chance opportunity.
Turning commitment into action: A quarterly update on our EDI journey
As we look back on the second quarter of 2026, we're proud of our progress, the insights we've gathered and the important conversations we've facilitated.
Beyond legislation: Building a culture that supports survivors of domestic abuse
In this guest blog, Claire McGraw, from Govanhill Housing Association, shares how they're making real changes to deliver the best outcomes possible for anyone experiencing domestic abuse.
‘It’s like torture’: The hidden impact of temporary accommodation on neurodivergent children
Alma Sheren investigates the impact of the temporary accommodation crisis on families with neurodivergent children.
Closing the gap between intention and experience
Tracey Barnes, chief financial officer at A2Dominion, reflects on the organisation’s recent journey through leadership, trust and organisational performance.
Scotland’s housing emergency: How did it happen and where are we now?
Stakeholders agree that the current situation in Scotland didn’t happen overnight, but we are now feeling the cumulative effects of multiple challenges.
Preparing for competence and conduct — a housing association perspective
Nikkie Pullen explains how one of England’s largest housing associations has been getting ready for the upcoming Competence and Conduct Standard.
Housing and Andy Burnham’s first 10 days as prime minister
A look back at the key housing announcements, appointments and policy developments from Andy Burnham’s first 10 days as prime minister.
