Roles and Responsibilities of Effective Directors/ NEDs POSTPONED
TBC
Aimed at guiding both new and experienced Board Members through the key responsibilities that define their roles. It offers essential knowledge for new board members, making it an ideal resource for induction programs. The session also serves as a refresher for experienced members. Attendees will gain a solid understanding of what it means to be an effective director or board member, particularly in the social housing sector in the UK. Key learning points include understanding the duties of directors and how they can contribute to organisational success.
Board Review Essentials – what do you need to know before doing yours?
Date to be confirmed (All Board Members) Whether you are leading the review internally or leveraging external expertise, this session will equip you with the tools and strategies needed to navigate governance challenges and future-proof your organisation. This webinar offers a unique opportunity to understand the board’s governance practices, improve decision-making processes, and align your organisation’s path with its long-term goals.
Menopause
The impact of menopause on individuals in the workplace, the role of nutrition and wellbeing in managing symptoms, and how Board-level awareness can shape more inclusive and supportive organisational cultures.
As the sector prioritises inclusion and retention, menopause awareness has become crucial to governance and leadership, building workplaces where nutrition, wellbeing, and Board-level awareness drive a positive culture.
Managing tensions in the business plan between Development and the need to retrofit/improve property condition
Thursday 2 April 2026
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Landlord H&S and Building Governance
Thursday 26 March 2026
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Asset Management – Voids
Thursday 19 March 2026
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Health & Safety and Building Safety
Thursday 5 March 2026
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Legal responsibility to prevent fraud for large social housing providers
Thursday 26 February 2026
Details to come
Safeguarding in social housing
12 February 2026
Details to come
Impact of poverty in social housing
5 February 2026
The cost of living crisis is reshaping the landscape of how social housing providers operate and further deepening the challenges of the communities we serve. This webinar will explore the hidden costs borne by both residents and housing associations, from operational pressures to staff wellbeing and community impact, and consider what effective strategic responses could look like in practice.
Finance III – Financial statements and narrative reports
29 January 2026
Designed to solidify your understanding of registered provider financial statements and equip you with the skills to tackle the challenges of financial statements and narrative reporting in the constantly changing social housing sector. We will break down the core components of financial statements, explore narrative reports, including key areas like ESG and Value for Money.
Finance II – Budgeting and management information
22 January 2026
Explore the role of budgeting and management information in driving effective decision-making and ensuring robust financial stewardship within registered providers that support financial resilience if you are a Board Member looking to improve their governance and strategic financial oversight.
Finance I – The accounting building blocks
15 January 2026
This is the first of three sessions designed to simplify financial jargon and provide a comprehensive overview of key financial components, enabling Board Members to effectively align strategic goals with financial resources, which help you identify and address issues early on, build trust with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with the regulatory framework.
