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CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 2d

📢 Read our new member-only 'what you need to know' briefing on the key takeaways from the Housing (Scotland) Bill 2025, which was passed on the 30 September.

▶️ www.cih.org/publications...

CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 3d

🌱 The next generation is key to the future of the sector 🌱

In this session, you will grow from good to great as we discuss your importance to the sector 🏘️

Book your FREE, member-exclusive ticket today ⬇️
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CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 4d

Where and when?

▶️ 9 October
▶️ 10:00 - 13:00
▶️ Norton Park Conference Centre, Edinburgh

Book your free, member-exclusive place now: buff.ly/kRSqo2f

CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 4d

You’ll address real challenges like customer engagement, information management, and process streamlining, then explore, alongside sector experts and your leadership peers, how innovative AI tools can help you deliver smarter, faster, and fairer services.

CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 4d

📢 The AI Advantage: Social Housing's Next Leap: last chance to book

Join CIH Scotland in collaboration with innovation experts Waterstons for an exclusive, hands-on workshop that will help you unlock the power of artificial intelligence for you and your organisation.

CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 4d

📈 Gain practical strategies for handling workplace challenges and maintaining peak performance 📈

Join us at The Big Conversation to improve your capacity to recover, thrive during challenges, and boost your mental wellness ✨

Book today ⬇️
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CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 7d

🏡 Understand the need for systemic change 🏡

Join us at The Big Conversation with Pathways Paradox, a game that highlights the challenges, opportunities, and barriers within the housing system 🏙️

Book your FREE, member-exclusive ticket today ⬇️
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CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 8d

🤖 Few of us know where to start with AI and Robotics 🤖

Join us at The Big Conversation 2025 for a 'guided tour' - where we can unpick some common problems within organisations, and look at creative ways to solve them 🚀

Book today ⬇️
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Delivery and Funding of Housing Support in Scotland - Assessing Costs and Benefits of Typical Services - UK Collaborative Centre For Housing Evidence

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UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence @housingevidence.bsky.social · 9d

🚨 New Report Launch 🚨

Our latest research, Delivery and Funding of Housing Support in Scotland, shows that housing support delivers huge social and economic value – at least £4.85 return for every £1 invested.

📖 Read the report here: housingevidence.ac.uk/project/deli...

housingevidence.ac.uk

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scothousingday.bsky.social @scothousingday.bsky.social · 9d

Overall, tenants and staff had a great day, and they even had three new members signing up to their Tenant Scrutiny Group!

Thanks for getting involved and sharing your success!

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scothousingday.bsky.social @scothousingday.bsky.social · 9d

▶️ Interactive session with our Property Services Team on Estate Management issues
▶️ Promotion of our Tenant Scrutiny Group
▶️ 2025 Good Neighbour Award
▶️ Prize draws (two hampers and two cash vouchers were won)
▶️ Free buffet

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scothousingday.bsky.social @scothousingday.bsky.social · 9d

▶️ Tenant talk from the Scottish Fire & Rescue Service
▶️ Presentation from Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface highlighting local volunteering opportunities
▶️ Interactive session with our Housing Services Team on how to be a good neighbour

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scothousingday.bsky.social @scothousingday.bsky.social · 9d

We've loved hearing how everyone celebrated the 10th anniversary of #ScottishHousingDay last month.

Here's a great round up of everything that took place on the day at Ochilview Housing Association 👇

CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 9d

We are currently working on a new 'what you need to know' briefing for members on the Housing Bill so watch this space for more details.

CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 9d

The response welcomes the introduction of a duty for social landlords to develop a domestic abuse policy, but cautions that rent control measures must be workable, and calls for resources and investment to support a meaningful culture shift around homelessness prevention.

CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 9d

Our national director, Callum Chomczuk, has responded to the passing of the Housing (Scotland) Bill by the Scottish Parliament:

▶️ www.cih.org/news/cih-sco...

CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 9d

Have you booked your FREE, member-exclusive ticket yet?

Join us at this must-attend event for young professionals looking to build their network, develop new skills and challenge the status quo 🚀

Book today ⬇️
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CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 10d

📢 Upcoming October events 📢

🏡 09 October - The AI Advantage: Social Housing's Next Leap
🏡 14 November - Scotland Housing Awards 2025
🏡 25 November - The Big Conversation
🏡 03 March 2026 - Scotland Housing Festival

Book your places now
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CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 10d

Where and when?

▶️ 9 October
▶️ 10:00 - 13:00
▶️ Norton Park Conference Centre, Edinburgh

Book your free, member-exclusive place now: buff.ly/kRSqo2f

CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 10d

You’ll address real challenges like customer engagement, information management, and process streamlining, then explore, alongside sector experts and your leadership peers, how innovative AI tools can help you deliver smarter, faster, and fairer services.

CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 10d

📢 The AI Advantage: Social Housing's Next Leap

Join CIH Scotland in collaboration with innovation experts Waterstons for an exclusive, hands-on workshop that will help you unlock the power of artificial intelligence for you and your organisation.

CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 11d

As we launch our Manifesto for Housing ahead of the 2026 elections, Gavin Smith, chair of the CIH Scotland board, reflects on the last few years and what the future of housing should look like.

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CIH Scotland @cihscotland.bsky.social · 11d

Today, we have launched our manifesto for housing ahead of the 2026 Scottish parliamentary elections, which sets out 5 key priorties that our members want the Scottish government to deliver to tackle the housing emergency and put the sector on a firm footing for the future:

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