Tackling the cost of living for tenants
Scottish Rural and Islands Housing Conference, 27–28 October, Ballachulish Hotel.
The ongoing cost of living crisis has seen housing associations report an alarming increase in fuel debt, energy rationing and food bank usage, with a potential for a spike in rent arrears.
Rural communities are particularly disadvantaged due to challenges around affordable warmth and generally higher living costs, compared to the rest of Scotland.
The Scottish Rural and Island Housing Conference will explore how we can work together to deliver solutions and provide tools to support tenants in times of crisis.
Meet the speakers
Peter Kelly, Director, Poverty Alliance
Peter joined the Poverty Alliance as Policy Manager in 2002 and then became Director in 2004. He is responsible for the overall day-to-day management of the organisation, ensuring that the alliance is delivering the objectives set by the board and members.
Lukas Hardt, WEAll Scotland
Lukas is the Policy and Engagement Lead for the Wellbeing Economy Alliance in Scotland and is based in Glasgow. He has several years of experience in researching and promoting wellbeing and post-growth economics.
Frazer Scott, CEO, Energy Action Scotland
Frazer is CEO at Energy Action Scotland. He is passionate about the social and environmental justice aspects of sustainable development. He has worked for over 20 years, at a senior level, with large multi-nationals, public bodies, local business, charities, social enterprise and community bodies.
Here's a look at other programme highlights:
- A just transition to low-carbon heat in off-gas areas
- Energy systems of the future
- Making a positive social impact
- RIHAF Development of the 2020s Award
The pre-conference RIHAF meeting for RIHAF members will take place on Wednesday 26 October 2022.
Tickets are priced at:
There are various residential and day delegate packages available, please visit our booking page for more information.
Special offer
Book three places and bring a colleague for free!*
If your organisation books three places (either residential or day), you can bring a fourth delegate for the day for free.
*All delegate places must be booked at the same time and from the same organisation to qualify. This discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount or promotion.