We'd like to wish everyone a Happy Christmas and all the very best for the festive season!🎄❄️ Our offices will be closed from Christmas Eve until 2 Jan 2026. If you'd like to get in touch, please email [email protected] and we'll pick this up when we return. Stay safe and have a happy New Year!

CIH Northern Ireland: Public affairs roundup As the year draws to a close, our team has been busy ensuring housing remains a top political priority through media, policy and direct engagement. Here are recent highlights > www.linkedin.com/posts/charte...

The 90 per cent rise in pensioner homelessness is a moral catastrophe. It demands the £130m autumn budget capital funds being allocated to new social housing, and a statutory duty to prevent homelessness. Our full comments in @belfasttelegraph.co.uk 📰👇 www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/norther...

🚨WYNTK about the Autumn Budget 2025 🚨 The CIH policy team have put together a new member briefing exclusively for members detailing the key housing announcements in yesterday's Budget and what they mean for the sector. Read it here ➡️ buff.ly/i4bTTc5

🚨 CIH research is unequivocal - the LHA freeze is a major policy failure & a 'hidden tax' on NI renters. It's deepening the housing crisis for low-income families. The UK Government has a clear opportunity to act in Wednesday's budget. 👇 housingdigital.co.uk/northern-ire...

New CIH research shows local housing allowance (LHA) now covers as little as 9% of available private rental homes (vs. the 30% target) in NI. Families face £36 weekly shortfalls. We demand the UK Gov lift the freeze now. Read more: www.cih.org/news/new-res...

New home completions slump 15 per cent A "clear red flag" for NI housing supply as completions drop to just 1,379 homes in Q3 2025. Meanwhile future pipeline shows resilience, with starts up 3.5 per cent (1,576 starts). Read our comment: www.cih.org/news/new-hom...

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/IrexgKQ

Issue 57 of CIH Unlocked 🔓 is now live! In this issue's lead, we cover all the big talking points, takeaways and learnings from the All-Ireland Summit 2025, which took place in Dublin this week ➡️ buff.ly/D2aESUF All Unlocked content ➡️ buff.ly/Ss3UbKJ @cihni.bsky.social @cihireland.bsky.social

CIH Ireland national director Caroline Moloney opens the #AllIrelandSummit 2025

Panellists including Paddy Gray OBE and Canadian Housing and Renewal Association's Mel Willerth explore the shared housing challenges facing Northern Ireland, Ireland and Canada — including worsening affordability and a lack of affordable housing #AllIrelandSummit

CIH policy lead Stephanie Morphew chairs a session on domestic abuse, and the role housing organisations in Northern Ireland and Ireland can play in tackling what remains a significant issue #AllIrelandSummit

CIH Northern Ireland national director Justin Cartwright opens a powerful and important session on migration and housing and the need to challenge common misconceptions #AllIrelandSummit

The Department of Communities' David Polley and Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage's Paul Benson share updates on how the governments in both Northern Ireland and Ireland have been progressing housing policy (chaired by Fingal County Council's Annemarie Farrelly) #AllIrelandSummit

CIH Ireland national director Caroline Moloney opens the #AllIrelandSummit 2025

We're delighted to support damp & mould action and awareness week! 💡🏠 This article highlights tenants turning to social media for help. Download & share our guide, flyer and video 👇 🔗 www.cih.org/publications... ▶️ www.cih.org/recordings/c... 📰 www.newsletter.co.uk/your-world/h...

📢 We're urging changes to social security & tax in the UK Gov #autumnbudget2025 to ease housing pressures and free up NI Executive funds 🏡 🟣 Local housing allowance reform 🟣 Abolish two-child limit 🟣 Scrap the benefit cap 🟣 Tax / stamp duty reform. Read our submission: www.cih.org/publications...

🌟 We're hiring! Policy and public affairs manager Northern Ireland 🌟 Following years of growth, we're investing in NI with a new role to join our existing team. Apply and find full details here: charteredinstituteofhousing.livevacancies.co.uk#/job/details... Closing date: Mon 3 Nov 2025 (noon)

49,129 households on the waiting list. 37,939 in housing stress. The crisis is escalating. 🚨 Our latest Q3 2025 housing policy update breaks down the essential data and policy action in NI. 🔗 CIH members can read the full policy deep dive here: www.cih.org/blogs/housin... Main image: Shutterstock

Our director outlines our progress in the latest CT Brief. The Board has endorsed a new operational plan, a roadmap guiding our sustained advocacy until 2027. The article reflects on how this strategic commitment is delivering on the ground. 🔗 www.campbelltickell.com/ctbrief/issu...

We’re proud to have joined with over 40 organisations including campaigners for tenants, homelessness and debt advice charities, landlord organisations and others in calling on the UK government to unfreeze local housing allowance at the upcoming budget. 🧵(1/2) #UnfreezeLHA

Today’s webinar with Justin Cartwright @cihni.bsky.social is exploring key changes facing the region and giving us a deeper understanding of the political and economic forces, enabling us to anticipate and respond to emerging trends. Book onto more upcoming events here: www.cih.org/events/ ✅

Great session co-hosted by CIH NI & NIFHA at the @uuponline.bsky.social conference on living independently & our growing older population! 💡 Thanks to chair Andy Allen MLA & our expert panel: Cameron Watt, Loma Wilson & Bridie Doherty.

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