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.
Our new approach to tackling empty homes – and the housing crisis
Empty homes is a significant element of the housing crisis that is overlooked, writes Cath Mustafa, who shares insight into Yorkshire Housing's new approach to tackling the issue.
Railway Housing Association: Legacy, purpose and the journey ahead
Liam Turner talks with Chris Marshall about how 1,600-home Railway Housing Association is adapting to the current policy environment and how it is setting itself up for the future.
Connecting cultures: Celebrating diversity and heritage in East London
Poplar HARCA's Angel Boateng explains what diversity means to her and her organisation and why it's so important to celebrate Black History Month.
CIH president Elly Hoult: ‘CHOOSE HOUSING’
The phrase "I fell into housing" is familiar to many in housing. New CIH president Elly Hoult wants to see those four words banished to history.
A strengthening storm: Breaking down the 2024 sector risk profile
The risks facing the sector in England have the potential to threaten the delivery of strategic objectives and the safety of tenants, the Regulator states in its 2024 risk report.
