A collaborative approach: Tackling youth homelessness
A more collaborative approach to tackling homelessness was the key message at the recent CIH Future’s event on youth homelessness in partnership with Simon Community.
Building a sustainable future: Rethinking strategic planning policy in Northern Ireland
The revision of the Strategic Planning Policy Statement presents a unique opportunity to shape a more sustainable future for Northern Ireland, writes CIH Northern Ireland's Justin Cartwright.
Moving to modular in Wales is a no-brainer – so how do we make it happen?
Matt Dicks explores the role that modular and offsite manufacturing could play in boosting the delivery of new homes in Wales.
Why diversity in the built environment is crucial to future success
The built environment industry has typically lagged when it comes to diversity. Alma Sheren investigates how it could catch up and reap the benefits.
‘It’s part of our DNA’: The small housing association leading the way on EDI
Manningham Housing Association continues to serve as a shining example of how to deliver on equality, diversity and inclusion in housing. How can others in the sector replicate their success?
The evolution of housing competence and conduct standards
Gavin Smart, CIH chief executive discusses the challenges and opportunities the Competence and Conduct Standard presents for the sector.
Housing policy changes in Northern Ireland – Q1 2024
Justin Cartwright recounts the past three months of housing initiatives and policy update in Northern Ireland.
Combatting loneliness in social housing communities
With the loneliness epidemic especially acute among social housing tenants, what can their providers do to help?
What to expect from the Regulator’s new approach to inspections
Our recent virtual event sought to find out more about what the Regulator has learnt from its inspection pilots, and what local authorities in particular can expect once the new plan goes live.
Up against it: Tackling homelessness during times of strife
As the number of people experiencing hardship in the UK continues to rise, so does the number of homeless. Some housing providers, however, are fighting hard to stem the tide.
Research into gambling harm and contribution to the impact of homelessness
Read the background from a report by Simon Community Scotland about the links between gambling harm and homelessness.
Debt Awareness Week 2024
Megan Hinch discusses Debt Awareness Week 2024, highlighting barriers to debt advice and challenges in social housing, advocating for support and systemic changes.
Opportunities, challenges and trends in delivery of housing in England
Recent research found that 94 per cent of local authorities (LAs) are engaging with housing provision, what does this mean for housing opportunity in England.
Resilience in action: Lessons from a cyber crisis
Sara Sheard recounts how Incommunities survived a malicious cyber attack last summer and explains what it is doing to ensure it is fully prepared for any future attacks.
What is framing, and how can it be used to grow support for building social homes?
Expanding on a webinar hosted by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, we look at how framing can be used to shore up support for building more social homes. One for the communications professionals.
