Together, we make a real difference to the lives of tenants, create better homes, and fairer communities.

Scotland, UK
Joined June 2011
📢 Final Lightning Talk announced for the Tenant Participation Summit 2026! We're delighted to welcome Kirsty Sweenie from Bridgewater Housing Association, who will share insights into the organisation's approach to community development. 🔗 tis.org.uk/tenant-participat…
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Awaab’s Law comes into force in Scotland today, strengthening tenants’ rights and landlords’ responsibilities to address issues such as damp and mould. Read our guide to understand what the changes mean: tis.org.uk/awaabs-law-what-t…
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📢 Just over 1 week left to secure Early Bird rates for the Tenant Participation Summit 2026. Explore inclusive participation, practical lightning talks, a keynote on service design and more. Early Bird ends 7 October 🔗 tis.org.uk/tenant-participat…
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📢 One week to go until applications close for our Chief Executive position. The TIS team is seeking a dynamic and values-driven individual to step into the role of CEO. Download the recruitment guide and apply: tis.org.uk/tis-is-seeking-a-…
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📢 New Lightning Talks announced for the Tenant Participation Summit 2026 🌟 Developing a Tenant Participation, Engagement and Scrutiny Strategy 🏠 Tenant Scrutiny of Voids and Lettable Standards Plus one more lightning talk to be announced. Book now: tis.org.uk/tenant-participat…
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📢 Programme announcement- Engaging with Tenants from Ethnic Minority Backgrounds Hear Pedro Cameron, Tenant Participation and Engagement Manager at TIS, share findings from new TIS and Scottish Government research. 📅 17 Nov | Glasgow 🔗 tis.org.uk/tenant-participat…
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📚 Two new resources for tenants from TIS: 📘 Awaab's Law: What tenants need to know- tis.org.uk/awaabs-law-what-t… 📊 Scottish Social Housing Charter 2025-26 tenant briefing- tis.org.uk/tenant-briefing-n…
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📝 Designing Better Rent Consultations We're ending the day with an interactive workshop led by Pedro Cameron (TIS) exploring what makes consultation meaningful, what tenants need to make informed decisions, and how engagement can be clearer, accessible and effective.
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💬 What Does Value for Money Really Mean? Cunninghame Housing Association's tenant scrutiny group is sharing findings and recommendations from its value for money scrutiny project, exploring different tenant and landlord perspectives.
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🏠 Affordability in Focus What does affordable really mean for tenants? Aoife Deery (Citizens Advice Scotland) is exploring the impact of rent increases on tenants, the pressures facing households, and how landlords can keep rents fair, transparent and affordable.
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📢 The Regulatory Context for Rents and Affordability Michael Cameron, CEO of the Scottish Housing Regulator, is exploring rent setting, value for money, affordability and the pressures facing tenants, drawing on recent findings and tenant feedback.
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📍 Rent Setting & Affordability 2026 As rent consultation season approaches, we're bringing together tenants and housing professionals to explore affordability, consultation and tenant engagement. A day of discussion and learning and to support fair and effective rent setting.
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We're keen to hear from staff in TIS member organisations interested in helping shape the future of TIS. It's a valuable opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making, develop your skills and support tenant participation and engagement. 📅 Applications close 10 Sept
📢 TIS Board Vacancies We're seeking 2 landlord representatives from TIS member organisations to join the TIS Board and help shape the future of the organisation. - Apply by Thursday 10 September - Application details are available in the members' area of the TIS website.
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📢 Don't miss our final in-person event of 2026! Join us at the Tenant Participation Summit to explore the future of participation, engagement and scrutiny in Scotland. 📅 17 November 2026 📍 The Studio, Glasgow 👉tis.org.uk/tenant-participat…
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📢 The TIS team is seeking a dynamic and values-driven individual to step into the role of CEO. This is a rare opportunity to lead a national charity at the forefront of tenant participation, community development and engagement practices. 👉 tis.org.uk/tis-is-seeking-a-…
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📅 Next up: Rent Setting and Affordability on 3 September in Glasgow. There's still time to book your place and hear from the Scottish Housing Regulator, Citizens Advice Scotland, tenant scrutiny groups and TIS. 👉tis.org.uk/rent-setting-and-…
Thank you to everyone who joined us at yesterday's TIS Member Gathering in Perth. It was fantastic to bring tenants and housing professionals together for a day of shared learning, discussion and networking.
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Thank you to everyone who joined us at yesterday's TIS Member Gathering in Perth. It was fantastic to bring tenants and housing professionals together for a day of shared learning, discussion and networking.
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This afternoon we're exploring emerging findings from our State of Playresearch project. Participants are reflecting on the data, identifying key themes and helping shape the next phase of the research through discussion and shared insight.
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Time to connect, share experiences and learn from one another. 🤝 One of the strengths of the TIS Member Gathering is bringing together tenants and housing professionals from across Scotland to exchange ideas, discuss challenges and build new connections.
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We're hearing from Kingdom Housing Association customers and staff about a tenant scrutiny project examining new build quality assurance and handover processes. A great example of tenants influencing services through collaborative scrutiny and evidence-based recommendations. 🏘️
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