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.
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.
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.
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.
Six months at CIH Northern Ireland: Helping shape the policy conversation
Georgia Knapp shares her experience working as the policy and public affairs manager for CIH Northern Ireland, as well as a snapshot of what's to come.
Focus on Influencing Scotland - July 2026
Welcome to our latest Focus on Influencing Scotland newsletter, which provides an update on our latest policy and influencing work.
The importance of diversity in decision making
Diversity of thought has always been important in decision making. It’s rarely been more important than now, when the benefits of diversity are so under threat and people are more divided.
All in on AI: SNG
SNG’s Matt Giles shares insight into how one of the UK’s largest housing associations is capitalising on advances in AI technology.
Richard Blakeway: Reflecting on seven years as Housing Ombudsman
Departing Housing Ombudsman Richard Blakeway talks complaints, caseloads and the future for the Ombudsman Service in this exclusive CIH Unlocked interview.
Webinar takeaways: Building Better Boards: Ethnic Minority Voices in Tenant Engagement
All the key insights from our latest Building Better Boards member-exclusive webinar.
Now is the time to truly put place at the heart of housing delivery
Weaver Vale Housing Trust’s Gemma Wood explains why a place-based approach is essential to solving the housing crisis — and the opportunities that the sector should capitalise on.
