This webinar will strengthen your understanding of governance, regulatory compliance and key legislative changes in Wales’ social housing sector. We will review current regulatory priorities, governance expectations and practical steps that Boards can take to maintain strong leadership, accountability and organisational resilience.
With the implementation of the Homelessness and Social Housing Allocation (Wales) Act 2026, housing associations will play a central role in delivering collaborative housing services, supporting homelessness prevention and adapting to new allocation processes. We will explore how these reforms and the Welsh Government’s regulatory framework influence governance responsibilities, board assurance and strategic decision-making.
Who should attend?
Board Members: develop your understanding of governance responsibilities, regulatory expectations, and emerging risks to strengthen your effectiveness, regardless of your experience level.
Chief Executives and Senior Leaders: understand how governance, compliance, and strategic leadership contribute to organisational performance, resilience, and regulatory assurance.
Governance Professionals: stay ahead of Scotland’s evolving governance landscape, upcoming regulatory changes and how to ensure your organisation meets best practice and statutory requirements.
What you will learn
Understanding the Welsh regulatory framework: gain an overview of the governance and regulatory framework for social housing in Wales, including the Welsh Government’s expectations for Registered Social Landlords and the importance of effective board assurance.
Governance in a changing legislative landscape: understand the governance implications of the Homelessness and Social Housing Allocation (Wales) Act 2026, including strengthened homelessness prevention duties, collaboration with local authorities and public bodies, and new approaches to housing allocations.
Codes of governance and conduct: explore the codes, standards, and conduct requirements that support effective leadership, ethical decision-making, transparency, and accountability within Welsh social housing providers.
Core principles of effective governance: deepen your understanding of good governance principles and how they support strategic leadership, organisational resilience, risk management, and tenant-focused decision-making.
Implementing governance best practice: learn how to apply regulatory expectations, strengthen governance assurance, and embed best practices across your organisation to support compliance and ongoing improvement.
Building a strong governance culture: discover practical strategies to foster effective governance, constructive challenge, collaboration, and continuous learning within your board and leadership team.
Further info
Presented by Deborah Walthorne
Thursday 1 October 2026 | 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
This session is suitable for all Board members operating in Wales
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