We have submitted our response to the DAERA draft Climate Action Plan 🏡 We strongly support net zero and seek a just transition that puts people first. We need dedicated funding for deep energy efficiency upgrades across all tenures. ➡️ Read our full response: www.cih.org/news/cih-ni-...

Housing at the heart of policy! 🏘️ We had a productive time at the @sdlp.bsky.social conference. Our exhibition stand led to great conversations on improving NI housing. Huge thanks to all at our joint fringe with NIFHA on 'Somewhere to call home'.

Alarming new housing statistics are out. 🚨 Our director was on GMB this morning to address the deepening crisis. 49,083 on the social housing waiting list (+4%) 37,635 households now in housing stress (+6%) This is not an unsolvable problem. We need long-term funding, not short-term targets.

CIH Northern Ireland supports the ambitious vision outlined in the draft plan strategy and its proactive approach to addressing the significant housing need within the district. Read our full response below 👇 buff.ly/Zx1xRHv

It is Friday and time for our round-up of all things #UKHousing from this week including all the latest policy, news, and events you need to know 🏘️ 📰 Read the full round-up on LinkedIn ➡️ buff.ly/Eg7uqti

We have expressed concern in response to the latest Northern Ireland Housing Bulletin. While the figures on starts and completions reflect some positive momentum, delivery remains far short of what is needed to meet Northern Ireland’s housing demand. Read our full response here buff.ly/mZs7PrE

Bookings are open for our All Ireland Summit. You can join us for a day full of discussions and learning, an evening meal and networking, or both! Follow the link below for more information. buff.ly/VmmmkIO

It's Friday and time for our round-up of all things #UKHousing from this week including all the latest policy, news, and events you need to know 🏘️ 📰 Read the full round-up on LinkedIn ⬇️ www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... #policy #SocialHousing

The agenda for the All-Ireland Summit 2025 has gone live today 💫 ‼️ This year we have an excellent array of sessions ranging from the growing use of AI in housing, too tips for tenant engagement and mental resilience, plus so much more 🏘️ View the agenda below: www.cih.org/events/all-i...

All Ireland Summit 2025 is opened for bookings If you dont know much about our event, read more below. An amazing free for members summit that brings together housing professionals from across the Island of Ireland for a day of learning, good practice examples & networking buff.ly/QjKxf6U

Homelessness prevention in NI: We strongly back extending NIHE's prevention duty from 28 to at least 60 days. More time, better outcomes and smarter spending. Read our full response to Colm Gildernew MLA's private member's bill: www.cih.org/news/cih-ni-...

NI's housing crisis: Our response to DfC's 2025/26 budget reveals critical shortfalls in social housing funding. Fewer new homes and rising homelessness. We're calling for urgent action. Read more: www.cih.org/news/cih-ni-...

🔊 Members, don’t forget our EDI census – we’ll be collating this year’s report at the end of this month ready for our AGM, so make sure you are represented. Complete yours by Sunday to be entered into our prize draw to win one of five £50 vouchers ➡️ buff.ly/4JoHTAj

📢 Don't miss our Friday weekly round-up of news from across #UKHousing 🏘️ Read the round-up on LinkedIn here buff.ly/H39VSXK

Justin Cartwright outlines all the big policy developments and changes in Northern Ireland from April to June 2025 ➡️ buff.ly/F3Bcy5c Taken from our member-exclusive publication, CIH Unlocked 🔓

⏰ We’re bringing together professionals committed to tackling domestic abuse through housing policy, partnership and innovation. This is a valuable opportunity to connect, learn and share best practice. 💬 If you're a CIH member and would like to join, email: [email protected]

Good news! NI's housing gets a boost: £11m for 3,000+ wastewater connections in Derry & £9m for new social housing. We'll meet Minister Kimmins to discuss long-term solutions for #NIWater. More work ahead to get everyone a home. www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins...

This week is Rural Housing Week! An annual event that highlights the social and economic benefits of affordable housing in rural areas. Read how Rural Housing Association are making a difference right here in Northern Ireland buff.ly/Penw6kS

The All-Ireland Summit is back✨ Join us on the 4th November 2025 in Dublin for a jam packed day of knowledge sharing, networking and cross-collaboration. 🏘️ We'll be diving into the key topics affecting the sector right now so don't miss out. Book your place below ⬇️ www.cih.org/events/all-i...

📢 Don't miss our Friday weekly round-up of news from across #UKHousing from @cihpolicy.bsky.social. Read the round-up on LinkedIn here ➡️ buff.ly/54W35Va

New insights from our director on NI's Q2 2025 housing policy landscape! 📈 Get the summary on budget realities, social housing reforms, climate action & the critical need for investment. Full details: www.cih.org/blogs/housin... Out today in CIH Unlocked 🔓 Image: Stephen Barnes/Shutterstock

Is NI's planning system fit for purpose? We're calling for integrated reforms after new stats reveal planning delays and capacity strain from rural dwellings. Time to prioritise strategic housing! More here: www.insidehousing.co.uk/news/sector-...

What a fantastic "Meet the CIH NI Board" event this week at The Mac Theatre, supported by Choice Housing! 🎉 So inspiring to connect our members with the CIH NI Board, staff & a local MLA. Great discussions on career journeys, professional development and the future of housing in NI!

Don't miss our Friday weekly round-up of news from across #UKhousing from @cihpolicy.bsky.social 📢 Read the round-up here ➡️https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7344288799025192960 #ukhousing #policy #SocialHousing

📢 CIH NI RESPONDS TO LATEST PLANNING STATISTICS We have responded to the latest planning statistics released by the Department for Infrastructure, highlighting a multifaceted challenge within the region's planning system. You can read our full analysis and response ➡️ buff.ly/QQJAl2J

CIH Northern Ireland: Public affairs roundup It's been a busy and productive few weeks, filled with important discussions and collaborations aimed at improving housing outcomes across the region. Read more ➡️ www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

Don't miss our Friday weekly round-up of news from across #UKhousing from @cihpolicy.bsky.social📢 Read the round-up here ➡️https://buff.ly/SxFopEk #ukhousing #policy #SocialHousing

The Homes for Ukraine Scheme has demonstrated the positive impact that community sponsorship can have in providing temporary assistance to refugee households in NI. Anthony Lavery looks at the challenges and complexities of the scheme, as well as what has gone well ⤵️ www.cih.org/blogs/is-com...

⏰ Less than one week to go until @cihni.bsky.social 'Meet the Board' event where you can foster connections and understand the role of the board, hear about their upcoming operational plans, while having a look back at what happened in the sector in the last 12 months. www.cih.org/events/meet-...

Our response to DfI consultation on developer contributions for wastewater infrastructure is live! 🏠💧 Inadequate infrastructure blocks 1000s of homes. We stress the need for sustainable funding for NI Water while supporting voluntary contributions. Read more: www.cih.org/news/cih-ni-...

The Spending Review represented a critical moment for housing. Tune in to our podcast where @rachaelwhsg.bsky.social‬, Justin @cihni.bsky.social‬, @mattydicks.bsky.social‬ ‪and @chomczuk.bsky.social‬ discuss the review and what it means across the UK➡️https://buff.ly/cMyTZhP

We were at the Aico #SHPN roadshow in Belfast today. Insightful updates from Trowers & Hamlins and Aico. The roadshow also heard from us and NIFHA about our damp and mould good practice resources. Great to connect with fellow housing professionals.

📉 NI homelessness presentations & acceptances down 10%. Our media partner @housingtoday.bsky.social shares the latest figures. But it's a mixed picture: private rental sales are a driver. We're pushing for #HousingFirst & prevention. Details here: www.housingtoday.co.uk/news/homeles...

📢 CIH believes that everyone seeking asylum or arriving as refugees in the UK must have access to decent and secure accommodation. This #RefugeeWeek we are making 5 key asks of all political parties. Find out more on our LinkedIn ➡️ www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... #HousingRights

It is Friday and time for our round-up of all things #UKHousing from this week including all the latest policy, news, and events you need to know 🏘️ 📰 Read the round-up here ➡️ www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... #policy #SocialHousing

📉 NI homelessness presentations & acceptances down 10% and fewer people losing homes due to financial hardship 🏡 Challenges remain - we need prevention funding, Housing First and inter-agency cooperation to address homelessness in NI. Read more: www.cih.org/news/cih-ni-...

Last chance! 🚨 Our five-minute survey on developer contributions for wastewater infrastructure in NI closes this Friday 13 June ➡️ www.surveymonkey.com/r/7B5DLK2

📢 Help us discover more about the make-up of the housing profession across the UK by completing our EDI census. It takes a couple of minutes and you will be entered into our draw to win one of five £50 vouchers ➡️ buff.ly/EhRz3ND

🏘️ Want to know what's happening in the NI housing sector from a policy perspective? 📢 Join us on Wednesday 2 July to hear from Justin Cartwright, @cihni.bsky.social director. Sign up here ➡️ www.cih.org/events/in-co...

Don't miss our Friday weekly round-up of news from across #UKhousing from @cihpolicy.bsky.social 📢 Head to LinkedIn to read ➡️ www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... #ukhousing #policy #SocialHousing

CIH Futures NI recently hosted an event to mark the end of Mental Health Awareness Week. Brodie, our vice chair, wrote a short piece to highlight the key takeaways from the day. Read his piece by clicking on the link below 👇 buff.ly/3QjhVk7

📣 Have your say on developer contributions for wastewater infrastructure! 💧 Your views are crucial for our consultation response. Take our short survey by Friday 13 June 👉 www.surveymonkey.com/r/7B5DLK2

It is Friday and time for our round-up of all things #UKHousing from this week including all the latest policy, news, and events you need to know 🏘️ 📰 Read the round-up here ➡️ www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... #ukhousing #policy #SocialHousing

📢 The latest NI housing stats are out: While homelessness is down & social home starts hit 1,504, the waiting list is growing. We call for urgent action on funding cuts hindering new social homes. Full details: www.cih.org/news/homeles...

📢 NI's social housing budget faces a potential £100m cut for 2025/26 🏠 This could mean just 1,000 new homes, far short of the 2,000+ needed. The most vulnerable will be hit hardest. We need sustained investment. Read more via @housingtoday.bsky.social 📰 www.housingtoday.co.uk/news/cih-nor...

Good news for NI housebuilding: new home starts +9.4% & completions +7.9% in Q1 2025 📈 But significant annual shortfalls & a £100m cut to social housing funding (600 fewer homes) are concerning. We urge action to fund a long-term housing strategy. ➡️ www.cih.org/news/housebu...

Our analysis on the potential £100m social housing shortfall has been cited by the Leader of the Opposition. Good to see this vital issue gaining traction. We'll keep advocating for clear commitment to deliver the homes NI needs. 🎥 www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... Source: BBC Parliament, 27 May

👀ICYMI👀 ⏰ One week to go until the @cihni.bsky.social training courses commence with Trauma informed approaches to Hoarding Disorder on 4 June, secure your place now⤵️ www.cih.org/housing-acad...

Where will the £100m for social housing go? 🚨 We're seriously concerned, as reported in today's @irishnews.com, about a potential £100m cut to capital funding for new social homes in NI. This directly impacts our ability to meet critical housing needs. 📰 Read more www.irishnews.com/news/politic...

📣 CIH members and stakeholders: Have your say on developer contributions for wastewater infrastructure! 💧 Your views are crucial for our consultation response. Take our short survey by Friday 13 June! 👉 www.surveymonkey.com/r/7B5DLK2