CIPFA is currently reviewing its Treasury Management Code, compliance with which is expected by the Scottish Housing Regulator.
SFHA submits response to FOI Extension Consultation
OSCR has made applying for rule changes much easier, by reducing its requirements to apply for consent.
The SFHA has submitted its response to the Scottish Government Consultation regarding the potential extension of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 to RSLs in Scotland. The full SFHA response, and some background to this are available to all members below by signing in.
SFHA, in partnership with GWSF, commissioned Linda Ewart to carry out some research looking at the potential impact and implications should FOI be extended to our sector - as is currently proposed by Scottish Government. A report outlining the findings of this research is now available to all members.
The Regulator's national inquiry report looks at how social landlords handle complaints and how they apply the standards in the Scottish Social Housing Charter and the Scottish Public Services Ombudsman's Model Complaints Handling Policy.
Following written and oral evidence from SFHA and other stakeholders, the Local Government and Communities Committee has recommended that the Scottish Social Housing Charter be approved. Sign in to read the full article below.
The Scottish Government has produced an analysis of all responses received to its review of the Scottish Social Housing Charter. It has now forwarded a draft revised Charter to SFHA asking for any final comments. Please sign in to see the full article below.
Ninety-four per cent of respondents stated they were satisfied with the overall service.
Governance Self Awareness – Putting in Place the Right Checks and Balances
SFHA Internal Audit Guidance to be Available in Autumn
SFHA met with Scottish Government officials to help inform discussion at the third Ministerial Working Group convened to examine building and fire safety regulatory frameworks.
At the SFHA Annual Conference, a workshop on the forthcoming Governance Tool Kit gave members an opportunity to find out what is currently planned, and identify priorities.
Appointments to SHR Board announced
Housing and care specialist appoints new chair
