Posted 21.12.16
Homes and Communities Agency: Article link
The Chairman of the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA), Sir Edward Lister, announced (21 December 2016) Nick Walkley as the new Chief Executive and Accounting Officer of the agency.
Nick Walkley has been Chief Executive of Haringey Council for the past 4 years, having previously been Chief Executive of Barnet Council.
He led a major transformation of Haringey Council, restructuring the authority, streamlining management arrangements and stabilising high-risk services.
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Posted 08.12.16
Nicola McCrudden, CIH director for Ireland : Blog link
This year the Chartered Institute of Housing celebrates its centenary. With the apt title 'Remembering the legacy of our housing profession', CIH director for Ireland Nicola McCrudden reflects on how much we owe to a most formidable character - Octavia Hill.
Octavia was an extraordinary woman. Born in 1838, she was part of a band of workers who laboured among the poor in London and it was clear from the outset that her mission was about much more than bricks and mortar.
She believed as long as housing was in the hands of landlords motivated only by rental income, it was not possible to make sure families were able to live in clean, comfortable and decent homes.
Nicola McCrudden's blog provides a brief look at the work of Octavia Hill and on how her influence and her model for housing grew.
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Posted 05.12.16
Alpha Housing: Article link
Alpha Housing, which provides sheltered housing mainly for older people across Northern Ireland, has appointed Cameron Watt as its new Chief Executive.
Cameron Watt said "I am delighted to be taking up this new role with Alpha Housing. Helping lead NIFHA for the last five years as Chief Executive has been a privilege."
"There are huge opportunities and challenges in providing high-quality housing for older people. I look forward to leading Alpha"s delivery of high-quality housing and support, and extending its services further, including through new build development."