Welcome to CIH Unlocked, our member-exclusive publication delivering expert housing insight and analysis straight to your inbox.
In this issue, we catch up with John Hannigan FCIH, who officially took over as chair of the CIH governing board just last month. Having had a few weeks to settle in to his new role, John shares insight into his long history with CIH and his ambitions for both the organisation and the wider sector.
Also in this issue, we profile Railway Housing Association, a smaller provider based in the North-East of England that has been serving former railway communities for more than 100 years. Chief operating officer Chris Marshall explains how they're navigating current sector pressures and what they're doing to put themselves in the best possible position for the years ahead.
Elsewhere, Yorkshire Housing's Cath Mustafa explains their new approach to dealing with empty homes, Clanmil's Austin Kelly recounts how they've been supporting local people to tackle homelessness stereotypes in Northern Ireland, and Alma Sheren explores what relief might soon come for a stretched supported housing sector.
As always, you'll find plenty more to get stuck into, digest and enjoy. (For the best experience, make sure to click 'view in browser'.)
Liam Turner,
Digital editor
