Building a bright, bold future
Gavin Smart on why there has never been a better time to be a CIH member.
Housing policy changes in Northern Ireland – Q4 2024
Justin Cartwright reflects on the main housing policy developments in Northern Ireland over the past few months.
Housing policy changes in Wales – Q4 2024
Cerys Clark reflects on the main housing policy developments in Wales over the past few months.
Sitting down with... CIH’s interim policy director, Rachael Williamson
CIH's interim head of policy communications, and external affairs, Rachael Williamson, talks policy and priorities for the months ahead.
Six takeaways from CIH's post Grenfell Inquiry webinar on culture and engagement
Panellists Pete Apps, Gavin Smart and Kai Jackson talked about how to effect positive cultural change and build stronger resident engagement in the social housing sector.
Bridging the gap: An inspiring visit to Poplar HARCA
Rachael Williamson recounts a recent visit hosted by Poplar HARCA to find out how they have been engaging with local communities and young people.
The need to strengthen regulation in Northern Ireland’s private rented sector
Following newly published CIH research, Justin Cartwright explains why action is needed to deliver a fairer, more professional PRS in Northern Ireland.
Loss and legacy: An interview with retiring Salix Homes CEO Sue Sutton
Alma Sheren speaks with Sue Sutton about her coming retirement and the tragic circumstances that sparked a fulfilling career in housing.
How an ALMO became the first local authority landlord to get a C1
Since the Regulator of Social Housing introduced its new consumer standards regime in April, no local authority has been awarded a C1 grading — until now.
Six key takeaways from our winter cost of living webinar
Our recent cost of living webinar explored how the sector is working to support struggling tenants over the coming winter.
Why we need the UK government to continue backing social investment
Tony Cahill on Livv Housing Group's 'Livv and Flourish' fund and why the government must continue supporting social enterprise and local economies.
What we learnt from the All-Ireland Summit 2024
Julie Steele shares all the key insights from this year's All-Ireland Summit.
Sitting down with... CIH chair John Hannigan
New chair John Hannigan on how he intends to support CIH as it goes from strength to strength and what his ambitions are for the wider sector.
Challenging homelessness stereotypes in Northern Ireland
Clanmil's Austin Kelly shares insight into the work they've been doing to tackle homelessness stereotypes and raise awareness of the issue.
How do we ease the strain on supported housing?
Alma Sheren explores the key avenues through which the supported housing sector can secure greater support and certainty, and ultimately ensure it can continue to deliver its vital services.
