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Glasgow and West of Scotland Forum is the leading membership body for community-controlled housing associations and co-operatives across west central Scotland.
Chair John Hamilton closes #GWSF2025 with a big thanks to all delegates for coming and our wonderful speakers, panellists and contributors, everyone at Share and GWSF. See you next year.
November 25, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Chair John Hamilton closes #GWSF2025 with a big thanks to all delegates for coming and our wonderful speakers, panellists and contributors, everyone at Share and GWSF. See you next year.
#GWSF2025 panel debate - Sabir Zazai, Scottish Refugee Council; Susanne Millar, Glasgow City Council; Gordon Macrae, Shelter Scotland; Neil Young, St Paul’s Youth Forum - hears UK, Scottish and local govts must work together to tackle issues around housing stock but also ensure community facilities
November 25, 2025 at 3:41 PM
#GWSF2025 panel debate - Sabir Zazai, Scottish Refugee Council; Susanne Millar, Glasgow City Council; Gordon Macrae, Shelter Scotland; Neil Young, St Paul’s Youth Forum - hears UK, Scottish and local govts must work together to tackle issues around housing stock but also ensure community facilities
The afternoon panel debate at #GWSF2025 explores the issue of housing asylum seekers and refugees: Refugees, Rhetoric and Reform – in the run up to the Scottish Election, how can we counter the current rhetoric around the housing of asylum seekers and refugees?
November 25, 2025 at 2:54 PM
The afternoon panel debate at #GWSF2025 explores the issue of housing asylum seekers and refugees: Refugees, Rhetoric and Reform – in the run up to the Scottish Election, how can we counter the current rhetoric around the housing of asylum seekers and refugees?
#GWSF2025 workshops, Nicola McGrath, Youth Co-ordinator, and Sharon Freeman, Community Wellbeing Manager Queens CrossHA on how to measure the impact of wider role work and attract further investment
November 25, 2025 at 2:46 PM
#GWSF2025 workshops, Nicola McGrath, Youth Co-ordinator, and Sharon Freeman, Community Wellbeing Manager Queens CrossHA on how to measure the impact of wider role work and attract further investment
Member associations are responsible for some fantastic recent new build developments, including Thenue Housing Association in Bridgeton but will medium and smaller size associations still be able to develop in the future?
November 25, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Member associations are responsible for some fantastic recent new build developments, including Thenue Housing Association in Bridgeton but will medium and smaller size associations still be able to develop in the future?
Eleanor Derbyshire, Director of Property Services, Thenue Housing Association, Neil Munro, Director of Property Services, and Catherine Louch, Director of Housing, Prospect Community Housing showcase the best in new build development #GWSF2025
November 25, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Eleanor Derbyshire, Director of Property Services, Thenue Housing Association, Neil Munro, Director of Property Services, and Catherine Louch, Director of Housing, Prospect Community Housing showcase the best in new build development #GWSF2025
Priorities of a unique project to rescue two pre-1919 blocks in the east end of Glasgow in a partnership between Reidvale HA and Glasgow City Council outlined at #GWSF2025 workshops
November 25, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Priorities of a unique project to rescue two pre-1919 blocks in the east end of Glasgow in a partnership between Reidvale HA and Glasgow City Council outlined at #GWSF2025 workshops
Whiteinch and Scotstoun HA describe their social entrepreneurship journey #GWSF2025, with the Whiteinch Centre at the heart of their work
November 25, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Whiteinch and Scotstoun HA describe their social entrepreneurship journey #GWSF2025, with the Whiteinch Centre at the heart of their work
Workshop #GWSF2025 with James Ward, CEO, and Debs Allan, Communities Manager, Whiteinch and Scotstoun HA focuses on social entrepreneurship – what it is it and how it can work for communities through the creation of a ‘circular economy’
November 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Workshop #GWSF2025 with James Ward, CEO, and Debs Allan, Communities Manager, Whiteinch and Scotstoun HA focuses on social entrepreneurship – what it is it and how it can work for communities through the creation of a ‘circular economy’
Nick Dangerfield, Director, Calvay HA, & Jonathan Grant, CEO
Williamsburgh HA look at successful retrofit projects at their HAs, combining Scottish Govt funding with their own resources to improve energy efficiency and lower bills #GWSF2025 workshops
Williamsburgh HA look at successful retrofit projects at their HAs, combining Scottish Govt funding with their own resources to improve energy efficiency and lower bills #GWSF2025 workshops
November 25, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Nick Dangerfield, Director, Calvay HA, & Jonathan Grant, CEO
Williamsburgh HA look at successful retrofit projects at their HAs, combining Scottish Govt funding with their own resources to improve energy efficiency and lower bills #GWSF2025 workshops
Williamsburgh HA look at successful retrofit projects at their HAs, combining Scottish Govt funding with their own resources to improve energy efficiency and lower bills #GWSF2025 workshops
Workshop at #GWSF2025 outlines some practical applications of AI - final thoughts from Jennifer Cairns, Director of Corporate Services, West of Scotland HA, include the great opportunities that AI offers for improving services
November 25, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Workshop at #GWSF2025 outlines some practical applications of AI - final thoughts from Jennifer Cairns, Director of Corporate Services, West of Scotland HA, include the great opportunities that AI offers for improving services
#GWSF2025 workshop with Linda Chelton CEO
Craigdale HA and Jennifer Cairns, Director of Corporate Services, & Alistair Reid, Customer Service & Engagement Team Leader, WEst of Scotland HA look at AI in housing – how it can work for HAs and tenants
Craigdale HA and Jennifer Cairns, Director of Corporate Services, & Alistair Reid, Customer Service & Engagement Team Leader, WEst of Scotland HA look at AI in housing – how it can work for HAs and tenants
November 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM
#GWSF2025 workshop with Linda Chelton CEO
Craigdale HA and Jennifer Cairns, Director of Corporate Services, & Alistair Reid, Customer Service & Engagement Team Leader, WEst of Scotland HA look at AI in housing – how it can work for HAs and tenants
Craigdale HA and Jennifer Cairns, Director of Corporate Services, & Alistair Reid, Customer Service & Engagement Team Leader, WEst of Scotland HA look at AI in housing – how it can work for HAs and tenants
Are community-based associations likely to prove more resilient or more vulnerable in the longer term? asks Dr Mary Taylor at #GWSF2025 – she highlights lessons for HAs and risks that lie ahead
November 25, 2025 at 10:48 AM
Are community-based associations likely to prove more resilient or more vulnerable in the longer term? asks Dr Mary Taylor at #GWSF2025 – she highlights lessons for HAs and risks that lie ahead
Next at the morning session of #GWSF2025, former SFHA CEO Dr Mary Taylor, who is currently writing a book on Scotland’s housing associations, looks at the history and future of the sector
November 25, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Next at the morning session of #GWSF2025, former SFHA CEO Dr Mary Taylor, who is currently writing a book on Scotland’s housing associations, looks at the history and future of the sector
At #GWSF2025, Mairi McAllan, Cabinet Secretary for Housing @MairiMcAllan says the Scottish Government is committed to going further and faster in tackling the housing emergency, adding that housing associations - as the backbone of the housing system - have a vital role to play
November 25, 2025 at 10:28 AM
At #GWSF2025, Mairi McAllan, Cabinet Secretary for Housing @MairiMcAllan says the Scottish Government is committed to going further and faster in tackling the housing emergency, adding that housing associations - as the backbone of the housing system - have a vital role to play
First up in the morning session at #GWSF2025, Mairi McAllan, Cabinet Secretary for Housing gives video ministerial address – a big welcome to GWSF annual conference.
November 25, 2025 at 10:24 AM
First up in the morning session at #GWSF2025, Mairi McAllan, Cabinet Secretary for Housing gives video ministerial address – a big welcome to GWSF annual conference.
Director David Bookbinder says members should celebrate their many successes and great work in communities, despite the many pressures they face, at Delivering for Communities in a Housing Emergency #GWSF2025
November 25, 2025 at 10:18 AM
Director David Bookbinder says members should celebrate their many successes and great work in communities, despite the many pressures they face, at Delivering for Communities in a Housing Emergency #GWSF2025
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Ferguslie Park Housing Association is recruiting a Technical Officer
Technical Officer - Ferguslie Park Housing Association
Find the latest housing association jobs and vacancies in the Scottish housing sector on the Scottish Housing News website.
www.scottishhousingnews.com
November 25, 2025 at 6:25 AM
Ferguslie Park Housing Association is recruiting a Technical Officer
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Dalmuir Park Housing Association is recruiting a new Chief Executive
Chief Executive - Dalmuir Park Housing Association
Find the latest housing association jobs and vacancies in the Scottish housing sector on the Scottish Housing News website.
www.scottishhousingnews.com
November 25, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Dalmuir Park Housing Association is recruiting a new Chief Executive
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West of Scotland Housing Association is recruiting a Director of Corporate Services
Director of Corporate Services - West of Scotland Housing Association
Find the latest housing association jobs and vacancies in the Scottish housing sector on the Scottish Housing News website.
www.scottishhousingnews.com
November 25, 2025 at 6:39 AM
West of Scotland Housing Association is recruiting a Director of Corporate Services
Delegates gather for #GWSF2025 – Delivering for Communities in a Housing Emergency. A great day of presentations and workshops lies ahead. GWSF Chair John Hamilton and Director David Bookbinder welcome guests
November 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Delegates gather for #GWSF2025 – Delivering for Communities in a Housing Emergency. A great day of presentations and workshops lies ahead. GWSF Chair John Hamilton and Director David Bookbinder welcome guests
Less than a week until @gwsforum.bsky.social Annual Conference - Delivering for Communities in a Housing Emergency #GWSF2025. Excellent keynotes, panel debate on housing asylum seekers and refugees, and diverse range of topics at workshop sessions. Find out more shorturl.at/zqqyU
November 20, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Less than a week until @gwsforum.bsky.social Annual Conference - Delivering for Communities in a Housing Emergency #GWSF2025. Excellent keynotes, panel debate on housing asylum seekers and refugees, and diverse range of topics at workshop sessions. Find out more shorturl.at/zqqyU
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West of Scotland Housing Association is recruiting a Director of Corporate Services
Director of Corporate Services - West of Scotland Housing Association
Find the latest housing association jobs and vacancies in the Scottish housing sector on the Scottish Housing News website.
www.scottishhousingnews.com
November 20, 2025 at 7:11 AM
West of Scotland Housing Association is recruiting a Director of Corporate Services
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Dalmuir Park Housing Association (DPHA) chief executive Anne Marie Brown is to step down from her role next year, marking the end of a tenure defined by resilience, community focus, and organisational transformation.
Anne Marie Brown reflects on time at Dalmuir Park ahead of retirement
Dalmuir Park Housing Association (DPHA) chief executive Anne Marie Brown is to step down from her role next year, marking the end of a tenure defined by resilience, community focus, and organisational transformation.
www.scottishhousingnews.com
November 20, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Dalmuir Park Housing Association (DPHA) chief executive Anne Marie Brown is to step down from her role next year, marking the end of a tenure defined by resilience, community focus, and organisational transformation.
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Ferguslie Park Housing Association is recruiting a Technical Officer
Technical Officer - Ferguslie Park Housing Association
Find the latest housing association jobs and vacancies in the Scottish housing sector on the Scottish Housing News website.
www.scottishhousingnews.com
November 20, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Ferguslie Park Housing Association is recruiting a Technical Officer