An opinion piece by Darren Burton – HDN Ambassador and Housing & Community Safety Consultant Whilst it is undoubtedly encouraging to see bold slogans and commitments displayed within the websites and newsletters of Registered Housing Providers throughout the UK, how far do we actually go to report and investigate the

In a sector built on trust, accountability, and fairness, social housing organisations are under growing pressure to demonstrate not just good intentions on equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) – but real, measurable action. Commitments, pledges, and charters are one thing, but at the end of the day, how does your

HDN Associate Mick Warner talks about the value of mock board meetings on our programmes. We all know that stepping into a boardroom for the first time can be intimidating. Papers are long, abbreviations abound, and more experienced and knowledgeable people are sat round the table. For our trainee board

Louise Graham-Smith explains what the sector needs to focus on in 2026 As we step into 2026, many colleagues across the housing sector will be reflecting on their career goals. Some will be preparing to take on their first leadership role, others will be aspiring to senior or strategic positions,

So much of the current treatment of migrant and ethnic minority groups in the UK is ugly and unacceptable racism. We call this out because it is obstructing our purpose as a social housing provider in London. Innisfree Housing Association was founded to provide decent affordable homes for Irish people