Orbit welcomes new Director of Customer Experience

Orbit, one of the UK’s foremost not-for-profit housing groups, has welcomed Nick Lygo-Baker as its new Director of Customer Experience. In his new role, Nick will be responsible for developing and executing a new customer experience strategy that aligns with Orbit’s 2030 Strategy and... View Article

Fabric first still makes sense

Stewart Clements of HHIC highlights that while “Fabric First” is key in decarbonisation strategies, it needs further explanation. This approach is crucial for improving sustainable housing and tackling fuel poverty in the UK. It’s important that those responsible for building... View Article

Sovereign network group named first time buyer favourite

Leading housing association Sovereign Network Group (SNG) has been highly commended in the recent First Time Buyer Awards, highlighting the many ways in which it is supporting first time buyers on to the property ladder. Recognised in the Affordable Housing... View Article

Technology and innovation expert joins Stonewater Board

Leading housing provider Stonewater has appointed digital transformation consultant  Jane Scott to its board.  The technology and innovation expert replaces departing board member Claire  Kearney, with the appointment taking effect from 1st October.  The former Group CIO of Ferrero brings... View Article

Winners of the 2024 RIBA Awards announced

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the winners of the 2024 RIBA Awards at a ceremony held on 16 October at London’s Roundhouse. The Elizabeth Line, designed by Grimshaw, Maynard, Equation and AtkinsRéalis, was named as the... View Article

Boost for Fenland as new affordable homes are completed

A new housing development in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire has been celebrated at a special event marking the first time Fenland District Council has worked with one of the Midland’s largest housing associations. Platform Housing Group, which manages almost 50,000 homes, has... View Article

Futurebuild releases industry-wide research

Futurebuild, the leading platform for innovation in the built environment, is proud to unveil its latest research report titled “Impacting the Specification Process: Insights for Manufacturers.” The report provides key insights into the challenges and opportunities that will shape the... View Article

Kath Cottier becomes chair of CIH Ireland

Kath Cottier, CEO of Fold Housing, has been approved as chair of CIH Ireland’s Advisory Board at the organisation’s sixtieth annual meeting on Monday 14 October. Kath has over 20 years of experience working in the Irish Housing Association sector;... View Article

John Hannigan becomes chair of CIH

John Hannigan, CEO of Circle Voluntary Housing Association and former chair of CIH Ireland’s Advisory Board, has been approved and appointed as chair of CIH’s governing board at the organisation’s sixtieth annual meeting on Monday 14 October. John takes over... View Article

Housing giant commits to tenants’ energy sustainability

Partnership with Changeworks promises massive savings for tenants ONE of Scotland’s leading housing providers has announced a groundbreaking partnership with an environmental charity to deliver crucial energy-saving tips. Hanover Scotland has teamed up with Changeworks as part of efforts to... View Article