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The Social Housing Round Table
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"Creating a Community from the conversations that matter"

A free weekly discussion forum occuring on Zoom every Tuesday at 11am.

We challenge, question and share insight of the Social Housing sector with our Host Matt Baird!
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Don't forget, The Social Housing Round Table is back tomorrow and this time, Matt is joined by Voicescape's Steven Johnson for a conversation on supporting tenants out of rent arrears.

It's set to be a great discussion, grab your seat at the table now 👇

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November 17, 2025 at 11:53 AM
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"We know we've got huge targets for housing in the UK. We hear about them all the time. Numbers get bandied around, clearly I think it's quite obvious that we're not going to hit a lot of these targets." - Chris Griffiths, The Social Housing Round Table, 11th November 2025.
November 14, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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On Thurs 13 Nov, 11am, we’re back with a Leadership Special with out sponsors, Alertacall.

In this ep, Steven Peach from Greenhill joins us to talk all things digital switchover and how organisations are preparing.

Free to join, you just need to register 👇

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November 7, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Round Table on Tues 11 Nov, 11am: Matt chats with Chris Griffiths (Saint-Gobain) about how we can build better homes, faster.

Design, blockers and whether the sector’s still wary of “new”.

Free to join 👇

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November 7, 2025 at 9:08 AM
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Matt is the man behind TSHRT. He has worked in recruitment for 15 years, helping organisations find people who care about the sector. That work is what funds the TSHRT & keeps the conversations free and accessible for all.

If you’ve ever found value in a session & you're hiring, contact Matt!
November 7, 2025 at 8:15 AM
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If Claire could ban one phrase from the workplace, this would be it.

Do you have a phrase you would ban in the workplace?
November 5, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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From the archives:

Julie Haydon, CIH President reflects on the constant changes in housing, and highlights the need for resilience and a growth mindset to navigate challenges.

To watch this episode back: youtu.be/Nlk80urA8Rg
October 31, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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Matt reminding us that this community is a safe place to discuss, debate, disagree, engage and to hear from all sides of the table.

We encourage you to join us on Tuesday for our upcoming episode: The Role of Gamification in Resident Engagement.

Register now: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
October 30, 2025 at 9:22 AM
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"Creating those genuine partnerships with tenants who are ready and willing to be part of the solution is an absolute key point."

The Social Housing Round Table Archives, Julie Haydon, 21/10/25

Replay:
youtu.be/Nlk80urA8Rg

Register for tomorrow's session:
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October 27, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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Replay: Elaine’s Round Table on unlocking PRS partnerships to help end homelessness.

YouTube >> youtu.be/fJc89L-m3xI
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October 1, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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Replay available: Matt Baird’s Round Table on legal risks, compliance, and governance in housing.
YouTube >> www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8zL...
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September 24, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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Catch Matt Baird’s Round Table replay: leaders discuss trust, change, and tech in housing.
YouTube >> youtu.be/7SJuaaAbYLc
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August 27, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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Missed Matt Baird’s Round Table? Catch the replay for sharp insights on AI, leadership, and the future of work.

YouTube >> youtu.be/0t0SNpsElDk
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August 19, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Special leadership edition of the Social Housing Round Table now available to watch.

Evie Copeland shared sharp insight into engagement, trust and change.

Watch the replay.

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July 14, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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This week’s Round Table featured the five candidates for CIH Vice-President.

They shared what drives them and what change they want to see.

Replay now available.

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July 9, 2025 at 6:31 AM
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Register for our next Social Housing Round Table this Tuesday where we are joined by Joe Williams from Settle. 👇

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June 12, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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Our next Social Housing Round Table session sees us joined by Joe Williams of Settle to give the highlights and insights following the strategic and operational changes made in their Housing Association to drive change through the resident voice.

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June 11, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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We're joined tomorrow by the wonderful Dr. Eve Blezard of the Chartered Institute to discuss Awaab's Law and what the government's plans are for taking it forward.

REMEMBER: Joining is free, you just have to register 👇

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📅 When: Tuesday 29/04 at 11am
📍 Where: Zoom
April 28, 2025 at 10:47 AM
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Tomorrow at 11am, the 172nd episode of The Social Housing Round Table will go live with our host, Matt Baird who will be joined by the fantastic Simon Elsworth (Operations Manager at Sovereign Network Group).

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April 14, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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Simon Elsworth of Sovereign Network Group joins us for The Social Housing Round Table episode 172 next week.

We'll be looking at hiring in the Social Housing sector, with specific focus on sector knowledge and history.

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April 10, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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In tomorrow's session of The Social Housing Round Table, we are being joined by the founder of Elehan Consulting, Stewart Davison to remind us of the transformative tools we found then forgot in a session titled: 'COVID's Tech Legacy'.

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April 7, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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Stuart Davison of Elehan Consulting and the Proptech Peer Group joins The Social Housing Round Table for a special retrospective episode where we'll be looking back at some of the technology tools we used during the pandemic and discussing whether some need to be revisited!

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April 2, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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Join Eddie Hughes, Former Housing Minister, for a look at where relationships are strong, where they breakdown and where we can create more change.

If you'd like to join us, make sure you're registered to receive the joining link. Registering is easy, just follow the link in comments 👇
March 31, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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The Social Housing Round Table kicks off April by welcoming Eddie Hughes, Former Housing Minister (and now Project Director) for an open discussion on Social Housing and it's relationship with politics.

Join us next Tuesday by registering on the link below!

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March 26, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Sureya Gulzar of Black Country Housing Group joins The Social Housing Round Table in a sponsored session next week to introduce the foundations for life programme and the BCHG journey from care to mentor to working with partners.

Register now for free!

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March 13, 2025 at 5:04 PM