Scottish Federation of Housing Associations

We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming Finance Day event: Everything You Wanted to Know About Housing Finance This event is designed for housing association staff and governing body members who are either new to the sector or looking to develop or refresh their understanding of social housing finance. Whether you're just starting out or seeking to sharpen your skills, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Date: Tuesday, 20 May Location: The Studio, Glasgow Link to book: https://lnkd.in/eJ_ZPkmb #SFHAEvents  

SFHA Chief Executive Sally Thomas will be speaking at the Scottish Property Federation Annual Conference in Glasgow on 2 April. Sally will be discussing a crucial question: How do we work together to get investment for our towns and cities? You can learn more about SPF's Conference here: https://lnkd.in/e6H-6w79

📰 We've had lots of SFHA news to share this week, in case you missed it, here's a round up: 📑 Our Policy Manager Susie Fitton gave evidence at the Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee on building safety and maintenance. 🔗 Watch here - https://lnkd.in/e3_DDFb3 📊 We called for a long-term boost to the housing budget following the publication of the housing statistics. 🔗 Read more here - https://lnkd.in/eR52rQ-8 📻 Our Director of External Affairs Carolyn Lochhead joined Good Morning Scotland to discuss the housing statistics. 🔗Listen from 48 mins - https://lnkd.in/eHktkvcP 🏛️ Carolyn also attended the launch of the 2025 UK Housing Review at the House of Lords. 🔗 Read more here - https://lnkd.in/ekK2frqP 💼 We called for increased investment in Scotland’s affordable homes programme and voiced serious concerns over social security cuts following the Spring Statement. 🔗 Read more here - https://lnkd.in/efvsB4Ae

Happy Friday!     We understand that Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is a key priority for many of our members, and we’re excited to share that we’ll be sponsoring the first-ever Scottish Equality Conference, hosted by the Housing Diversity Network (HDN) this August. This event will provide a platform to explore the challenges our sector faces and, more importantly, discuss how we can drive lasting, meaningful change—now and for generations to come. We can’t wait to be part of this important conversation! All bookings are handled through the HDN website:  https://lnkd.in/e9wBAbTE #EDI #ScottishEqualityConference 

We’re excited to introduce the Increasing Supply Conference on Wednesday, 25th June!  This conference will be a must-attend for anyone involved in increasing the supply of social housing. Attendees will include key players from the Scottish Government and the construction industry, offering valuable insights into the future of housing development. It’s also a networking opportunity for anyone providing development and related services to housing associations and co-operatives—and their tenants. More info here: https://lnkd.in/eAgaE5hz

SFHA has called for increased investment in Scotland’s affordable homes programme and voiced serious concerns over social security cuts following the Spring Statement. 🔗 Read our full response here: https://lnkd.in/eJF6fq6A

Now that spring has sprung, we’re excited to look ahead to our Annual Conference 2025 on 10th and 11th June! In 2025, SFHA will proudly celebrate its 50th anniversary!  We know that social homes change lives—and as we celebrate this milestone, we look forward to continuing our work to make a meaningful impact for communities and families. Join us in June to celebrate this special occasion and to look ahead at what’s next in housing. #SFHA50 #AnnualConference2025 

📻 Our External Affairs Director Carolyn Lochhead was on Good Morning Scotland today to discuss yesterday's housing statistics. Housing Minister Paul McLennan was on later in the programme to give his reaction to the stats and Carolyn's interview. Carolyn's interview begins at 48mins, and the Minister's begins at 2hrs39mins: https://lnkd.in/eYADXmK2

New Training Opportunity: Choice and Control in Hoarding Behaviour Our members requested training on hoarding—specifically on how housing staff can support and protect hoarders, their neighbours, and properties. We’ll cover: - The key role of housing staff in addressing hoarding  - How adopting a trauma-informed approach can lead to better outcomes  - Practical strategies for managing these complex situations Join us online on 29 May to gain practical tools to enhance your work. Look your place here: https://lnkd.in/e87Mr5W7

Responding to the Scottish Government statistics published today, SFHA calls for a long-term boost to the housing budget. Read our full response here: https://lnkd.in/eD3sxehV