Scotland Housing Conference 2026
We’re delighted to be hosting our Housing Scotland Conference and Exhibition on 6 October 2026. Moving into its fourth year the event will bring together the Scottish Government, local authorities, housing associations, the wider stakeholder community and the supply chain to discuss their vision for the future and how the sector will support the needs of its citizens.
Fully Funded Tickets
We recognise that budgets are extremely tight across the public sector, in recognition of this Housing Industry Leaders are pleased to announce that all public sector, charities and housing association employees can attend our event free of charge. This includes all day refreshments, a 4-star buffet lunch and an invitation to our post event drinks reception.
Why Attend
Housing Scotland brings together senior leaders, policymakers, housing associations, local authorities, developers, contractors, consultants and technology providers to explore the issues shaping the future of housing across Scotland.
At a time of significant change and growing demand, this event provides a unique opportunity to hear directly from those leading housing policy, investment and delivery. Through a series of keynote presentations, panel discussions and interactive debates, delegates will gain valuable insight into current priorities, emerging legislation, funding opportunities and the practical solutions being implemented across the sector.
Whether your focus is affordable housing delivery, net zero, retrofit, asset management, tenant engagement, placemaking or future funding models, the event will equip you with the knowledge, connections and ideas needed to support your organisation’s objectives.
Delegates will have the opportunity to:
- Hear the latest policy updates and strategic priorities from key decision-makers.
- Discover innovative projects, case studies and best practice from across Scotland.
- Share challenges, ideas and experiences with peers facing similar pressures.
- Build relationships with senior leaders and organisations who are actively shaping the future of housing.
- Explore new approaches to improving services, delivering value for money and achieving sustainability goals.
- Engage directly in discussions and have your voice heard on the issues that matter most.
More than just a conference, Housing Scotland is a forum for collaboration. By bringing together public and private sector organisations with a shared commitment to delivering better housing outcomes, the event creates the partnerships and conversations needed to tackle today’s challenges and create long-term social, economic and environmental value for communities across Scotland.
For anyone involved in the planning, funding, management, development or maintenance of housing, Housing Scotland is an essential opportunity to network, learn, influence and do business.
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Event Speakers.
Event Schedule.
08.00 – 09.30 – Registration, drinks and networking
09.30 – 09.35 – Chair welcome – Hony Premlal – CEO, Hony Premlal Consultancy
09.35 – 09.50 – Keynote Address – speaker TBC
09.50 – 10.30 – Panel discussion – How the sector is responding to Awaab’s law
- Jenny Danson – Chief Executive – Healthy Homes Hub
- Simon Jones – Air Quality Matters
- Christopher Thomas – Founder – ArcAirTech
10.30 – 10.45 – Ryan Conway – Relationship Manager – Aico
10.45 – 11.45 – Networking and refreshments
11.45 – 12.00 –
12.00 – 12.15 – Ian Davie – Director of Assets & Sustainability – Trust Housing Association
12.15 – 12.50 – Panel discussion – the role technology will play in delivering better outcomes
- Scott Stewart – Director of Assets and Communities – Barrhead Housing Association
- Andrew Buckels – Sector Principal – Waterston’s
12.50 – 13.05 – Laura Hamlet – Coigach Community Development Company (CCDC)
13.05 – 14.20 – Lunch and networking
14.20 – 14.35 – Ceri Turner-Hill – Architect – Wienerberger
14.35 – 14.50 – Daniel Brindle – Senior Business Development Manager – Energy Angels
14.50 – 15.05 – Andy Farquhar – Head of Heat Pump Product Management – Ideal Heating
15.05 – 15.35 – Panel discussion – The road to retrofit – meeting Scotland’s challenges
- Richard Orr – Interim Director of Asset Management – Waverley Housing – confirmed
- Aoife Deery – Senior Social Justice Policy Officer – Citizens Advice Scotland – confirmed
15.35 – 15.50 – SWIP – speaker TBC
15.50 – 16.05 – Global HSE Group – speaker TBC
Event Sponsors.
Thought Leaders
Exhibitors
Nick Abbott
Sustainability Lead
Codi Group
After starting in a local government finance role, Nick moved into Contract Management while working for a Council in North Yorkshire. Following relocation to Wales, he worked as Procurement Officer for a big unitary authority before moving into a Procurement Management role in housing. Nick joined Linc in February 2020 and he is responsible for management and oversight of procurement, contracting and utilities.
Nick is Project Lead for Cartrefi Hydrogen Homes, a cutting edge collaborative project involving Linc that secured Welsh Government Optimised RetroFit grant funding to deliver a retrofit hydrogen demonstrator home.
In addition to his day job, Nick is Chair of the Welsh Procurement Alliance and Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee for LHC Procurement Group Ltd.
Ruth Marie Mackrodt
Director
Wool Insulation Wales Ltd
Ruth Marie is based in North Pembrokeshire. She has a financial, property and construction background with a strong commercial credentials. For the first 16 years of her career she worked in finance focussing on credit and property investment. She then worked as an advisor to a number of private families advising on the asset allocation and debt structuring of their commercial property portfolios with an emphasis on development and also as Commercial Director of a London based construction company. She is a co-founder and Director of Wool Insulation Wales Ltd, makers of Truewool ® and is passionate about helping the construction industry reduce embodied carbon and promoting circular economy materials.
Stuart Black
NFRC Regional Manager
(South Western England and Wales)
Stuart Black is the Regional Manager for the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), responsible for supporting members and the wider construction industry across South Western England and Wales. With extensive experience in the roofing and construction industry, Stuart is dedicated to promoting best practices, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and building strong relationships within the sector. His role focuses on providing guidance on technical standards, health and safety, and sustainability initiatives, while championing NFRC’s mission to raise professionalism and quality across the roofing industry.
Akshita Lakhiwal
Net Zero Engagement Officer
TPAS Cymru
Akshita leads and delivers the tenant experience within the Net Zero agenda. Her role focuses on identifying best practices and amplifying the tenant voice for building a more environmentally responsible future for Wales.