October

Introduction to Governance & Regulation in Scotland

During this session, you can gain insights into the governance of Scotland’s social housing sector. Whether you’re new to the field or looking to enhance your understanding of governance principles, this session will provide you with the tools to navigate housing regulation complexities. We’ll also discuss the latest updates from housing regulators, focussing on the performance of social landlords and the challenges they face.

Roles and Responsibilities of Effective Directors/ NEDs

03 October 2024
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.

September
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Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) – Part 1 – The background

Welcome to our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion webinar series for UK-registered social housing providers. The session is intended to help Board Members understand the regulatory framework and requirements. In this session there is a focus on key legislation; the Equality Act 2010 (EA 2010) and the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED), as well as other applicable regulations.

October
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The Monitoring Role of The Board

The board of a housing association is tasked with overseeing various aspects, including operational efficiency, strategic direction, financial performance, and overall conduct.As a board member in this session you learn how to optimally manage operational, strategic, and financial performance within housing associations and understand the pivotal role that board members play in UK social housing.

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Introduction To Governance & Regulation In Wales

Are you a dedicated Board Member, Executive, or part of the Governance team in the Welsh social housing sector? Whether you’re just starting your journey or aiming to deepen your expertise on the fundamental principles of effective governance, this Webinar covers the basics of good governance including making reference to the Codes of Governance, Code of Conduct and the key principles around how Boards can lead a culture of Good Governance .This Webinar is essential for Board Members, Executive and Governance staff, particularly those new to the role or to the housing sector.

September
July

Data Sorytelling

20 July 2023
This webinar is aimed at Board Members of Housing Associations registered in the UK. We will explore the benefits of data storytelling and how it differs from data visualisation to help you make better decisions and drive actions that make a real difference.

England – Introduction To Value For Money

13 July 2023
Value for Money is one of the economic benchmarks and a fundamental component of the regulator’s In-Depth Assessment process of Social Housing providers in England and since the remainder of the organisation follows the Board Members’ lead, therefor they must first understand the regulator’s requirements and will want to keep up to date and adopt best practices, especially those relating to Value for Money.

Cyber Security

Cyber Security

6 July 2023
As a result of the rise in cyberattacks, there is a greater need than ever for cyber security, making it crucial to be aware of any security gaps in your company’s operations and the tools at your disposal. This webinar is aimed at Board Members with social housing provider organizations, In this session, we will explore a variety of cyber viewpoints and highlight the differences between perceived and actual cyber security gaps.

June

Tenancy Law

29 June 2023
In this webinar session, we will explore the main types of social housing tenancies in England, Scotland and Wales and identify what Board members need to know about being a good landlord and ensuring you operate within the law and remain compliant with Regulatory standards.

Scotland and Wales Introduction To Value For Money

22 June 2023
Value for Money remains an important aspect of the regulatory regime for Regulators in Scotland and Wales. The regulatory Framwork in both countries require associations to provide evidence of compliance with Standards that include the delivery of value for money. This session will look at how associations ensure they are meeting the demands for good practice and continuous improvement.

Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016

15 June 2023
The Renting Homes Act 2016 represents the most significant revision to Welsh housing law in decades. The act has changed the way all providers in Wales operate, from the way their contracts are provided, homes are maintained and how providers communicate with their tenants. In this session, we will look into what the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 (commenced on 1st of December 2022) means for tenants and landlords. Aimed at Social Housing provider Board Members and senior Governance Staff..

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September
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Role and Responsibilities of Effective Directors

8 September 2022
Have you been appointed to a Board for the first time?   This webinar will set out the Role and Responsibilities of Effective Directors. Understanding this is an important part of a new board member’s induction Plan. This bite size learning will give members an excellent grounding in their new role. It’s a good refresher for more experienced members too.

January
November
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Introduction To Risk & Assurance

25 November 2021
A webinar for new board members providing an understanding and management of risk. This session will give Board members and officers a good grounding in how risks are assessed and risk mitigations developed, as well as how Board members gain assurance that risks are being managed and controls are being operated so that you know that your organisation is complying with all its Regulatory requirements.

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Introduction To Audit & Audit Committees

18 November 2021

This webinar is aimed at new Board Members as part of their introduction programme, plus anyone looking to learn more about audit, including staff. 

The session will consider the general role of ‘audit’ and consider the two main functions that Boards come across – internal and external audit. It also reviews the main role and responsibilities for the Audit Committee, how it fits within the governance framework and what its key outputs are. 

September
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Roles and Responsibilities of Effective Directors

9 September 2021
Have you been appointed to a Board for the first time?   This webinar will set out the Role and Responsibilities of Effective Directors. Understanding this is an important part of a new board member’s induction Plan. This bite size learning will give members an excellent grounding in their new role. It’s a good refresher for more experienced members too.

March
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Asset Management In Housing – Part 1

1 March 2021
This webinar is an introduction to asset management. It covers the main elements of asset management, the risks Boards should be aware of and the questions Boards should be asking to get assurance. There will be a brief overview of the operational aspects and a bit of myth busting, so its good for those Board members new to housing or just new to asset management. 

February

Social Housing White Paper

3 February 2021
In this webinar we will be exploring the new Social Housing White Paper and how the government aims to put tenants at the heart of social housing. What does this mean for your organisation?  How can we strengthen relationships between ‘you’ the housing association and your residents?

January

Introduction to ESG Reporting

28 January 2021
ESG (environmental, social and governance) reporting has been very much in the news of late but what is it all about? This session will explain the basics of ESG reporting, why it is becoming increasingly important in the capital markets and what it means for registered providers when seeking capital. The session will also provide a brief overview of the various standards around ESG reporting that are starting to appear within the sector.

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The NHF Code of Governance 2020

22 January 2021 – The new NHF Code of Governance has been long awaited and seeks to reflect the key challenges facing today’s complex social housing organisations and the part Boards play in leading their organisations. This webinar will look at the 4 themes within the code and what they mean for you as Board members. We will also look at the implications for your organisation’s governance practice and how you can demonstrate compliance.

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Procurement in Social Housing

17 January 2021
Effective and robust procurement processes, and their subsequent application, are key to the success of your organisation. This webinar will explore the role of Board and Committee Members in setting standards and providing scrutiny of procurement activities. Covering key topics including: – Governance Frameworks. Purchase or Procure what’s the difference? The Procurement cycle. Responsibilities within the procurement cycle. Reporting, oversight & governance, Identification of common problems.

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March

What Is Treasury Management?

4 March 2020
Treasury management is often an area that many board members see as a total mystery and full of jargon. This session is intended to dispel many of those myths and present treasury management in a simple format. It is ideal for all board members and officers new to treasury in housing associations.

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