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The CHIC Conference & Exhibition 2025 brought together leading voices from across the housing sector to consider current challenges and to explore how we should respond under the theme “Housing Matters Now.” Key sessions covered building safety, sustainability, procurement, social value and community engagement, with insights provided by experts and residents. Highlights included calls for […]

“Taking a long-term approach, but engaging early to maximise the benefits” Jackie Leonard, Head of Member Services (Wales) In a sector where demand is relentless and resources are finite, social housing leaders face a stark challenge: how do we make today’s decisions count for decades to come? Social housing continues to experience a swathe of

In the world of social housing, delivering planned maintenance can be a complex and time consuming process. With numerous properties, varied contractors and tight budgets, housing associations need smart systems that streamline procurement and offer clear oversight. That’s exactly where the CHIC Order Management System (COMS) delivers. Described by its creators as “the Amazon of

In 2018, CHIC commissioned a show house from one of its long-term MMC (Modern Methods of Construction) partners, Premier Modular Ltd. The goal was to showcase to CHIC Members the advantages of MMC—such as superior insulation (enhanced U-values), rapid off-site construction with fewer defects, and the ability to transport the unit easily by lorry. The

Things You Should Know Before Attending the CHIC Conference & Exhibition 2025 📅 Date: Wednesday 21st May 2025📍 Venue: Telford International Centre, TF3 4JH🕘 Start Time: Doors open from 8.00am With just under a week to go, there is still time to secure your place at the CHIC Conference & Exhibition 2025 -a free one-day

The funds are in – our focus now turns to ensuring quality of delivery   The excitement of the announcement of the successful programmes under the Warm Homes Social Housing Fund Wave 3 has passed, now it gets real with the delivery of the largest wave of funding the sector has seen to date for retrofit

Exploring the key issues challenging asset management in the housing sector in 2025. One thing you can say about the housing sector, it never stands still, and 2025 is no exception. Housing itself is in the political spotlight like it hasn’t been for several years. The Government has a bold stated ambition of building 1.5

We are delighted to announce that the CHIC Sponsored Walk is back! On Saturday 10th May 2025, our team will be taking on our annual challenge in Warwickshire, all in support of CHIP. 🐥 With our mascot Chick leading the way, we are walking to raise funds that will be donated to CHIP, helping it

Amanda Long, CHIC’s Independent Chair and Chief Executive of CCPI welcomes Government response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Report. The Government response to the Grenfell Phase Two Inquiry Report and publication of the Green Paper confirms the Government’s commitment to bring forward system-wide reform of the construction products regime.  From the perspectives of both the

CHIC is proud to announce the launch of its new comprehensive Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Framework. Designed to meet the evolving needs of our members, this framework provides a robust, compliant route to market for mechanical and electrical installations, servicing, maintenance and consultancy services. Developed in close collaboration with members, consultants and contractors, this new