Events

Are you a CEO or Director with concerns about your culture in Housing Services? 

If so you’ll understand the complexity of the world of housing, and how this can influence culture. 

Join us for “Culture change in Housing Services”, a panel discussion with our team of experts talking all things culture. Organisational Psychologist Lucy Trueman, will chair a discussion with Justin Hunt, our Principal Housing Specialist, and Graeme Beedham our Tenant Engagement Lead on all things housing and change. 

What you’ll gain: 

We’ll talk through the challenges specific to housing services including: 

The impact of the regulator on culture around stress 
Different types of demands in housing services 
Leading different types of culture, and how they can vary from service to service 
Dealing with resistance to change 
 

Why attend? 

Who better to hear from than a housing specialist, an engagement expert and an organisational psychologist when it comes to housing culture change? If you are struggling with low performance, resistance to change and problematic behaviour in your housing services, this is the session for you.

Are you a leader, manager, or key decision-maker in a council navigating the challenges of the private rented sector?

With the Renters Rights Act finally set to receive Royal Assent, the private rented sector is on the brink of a comprehensive transformation. This long-awaited legislation introduces new responsibilities and opportunities for councils, but it also raises critical questions: What now? Are your private sector housing teams, housing options/solutions teams, and other internal services ready to meet the challenge?

Join us for ‘The Renters Rights Act - What Now?’, an essential session designed to help councils like yours understand the implications of this landmark legislation, prepare for the changes ahead, and ensure your teams are equipped to deliver.

We're thrilled to bring you an expert panel including:

• Helen Buckingham from Jigsaw
• Ben Yarrow from Marks Out of Tenancy
• Al Mcclenahan from Justice for Tenants, and;
• Teresa Howarth, Associate Consultant for Trueman Change

What You’ll Gain

This event will provide a practical and insightful exploration of the Renters Rights Act and its impact on councils. You’ll leave with:

• A clear understanding of the new responsibilities and opportunities created by the Act.
• Insights into how the Government’s Jigsaw programme, including updates, webinars, and checklists, can support your council.
• Strategies to ensure your teams - private sector housing, housing options/solutions, and beyond - are prepared to meet the demands of this shake-up.
• Tools to build internal collaboration and ensure all relevant services are on board.

Why Attend?

The Renters Rights Act represents one of the most significant changes to the private rented sector in decades. Preparing now will ensure your council is ready to navigate these changes effectively, support your communities, and seize the opportunities this legislation brings.

This is your chance to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and gain the knowledge and tools you need to lead your teams through this pivotal moment.
Don’t miss out - register today and take the first step toward ensuring your council is ready for the future of the private rented sector.

Are  you a Director/Programme Lead who needs to engage with the community? 

If so you’ll know how important, and yet challenging it can be! With political sensitivities, competing views and “complaining about the council” being a popular pastime, it’s certainly no job for the weak! 

Join us for “Why community engagement is hard” to hear about the challenges and how to overcome them, from people with over 20 years of experience in working with communities to shape public services. 

This panel discussion will include: 

Common pitfalls of organisations looking to engage with communities 
How to get the balance right with political sensitivities and competing opinions 
Real life case studies of community engagement on a range of issues 
Engaging with groups who don’t traditionally liaise with the council 
Turning insight into strategy – how to make your engagement worthwhile. 
 

Why attend? 

Learn from our panel of experts how to do community engagement well, in a way that builds bridges and doesn’t feel like a “tickbox” exercise.