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Next steps and implications for housing

Additional Powers for Scotland

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40 Years of Housing Scotland

A joint event by the Scottish Federation of Housing Associations

and the Chartered Institute of Housing Scotland

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

Additional Powers for Scotland

You can also book online at www.sfha.co.ukFor further information, please contact the SFHA Events Team at events@sfha.co.uk or telephone 0141 332 8113.

With the independence referendum on 18th September, the Smith Agreement on 27th November, the publication of the Draft Clauses for the devolution of further powers to Scotland on 22nd January, and a bill due soon after the general election in May – Scotland is going through an unprecedented and rapid period of political change.

The proposed new powers could have a significant impact on the housing system, on people who rely on welfare, and on the businesses and organisations that provide a wide range of services. The housing sector has worked with the challenges of the current devolution settlement, with some aspects devolved and some reserved, since 1999. The Smith Commission recommendations provide the opportunity to gain power over some long running issues. But they will also create an even more complex arrangement of powers, especial around welfare provision and energy – both key to tackling poverty in Scotland. Effective delivery and use of these new powers will require a new level of collaboration and co-operation between the UK and Scottish Governments and Parliaments.

So, it is incumbent on our whole sector to engage with the politicians and civil servants who are driving this process, every step of the way; to help ensure that the new powers will not just bring change, but bring significant improvement to the housing system and to the lives of the people it serves.

This packed and stimulating half-day conference draws on a wide range of speakers, providing unique insight into how the picture has developed so far, what is next and how to engage with, and influence, the politicians,

civil servants, and committees at Holyrood and Westminster, that are all involved in the process of creating further powers for Scotland.

Delegates will hear from and engage in discussion with politicians, academic experts and civic leaders who are actively involved in the creation of new powers for Scotland.

Benefits of Attending

This packed and stimulating conference draws on a wide range of speakers, providing unique insight into how the picture has developed so far, what is next and how to engage with, and influence, the politicians, civil servants, and committees at Holyrood and Westminster, that are all involved in the process of creating further powers for Scotland.

Delegates will hear from key people in this process – politicians, academic experts and civic leaders who are actively involved in the creation of new powers for Scotland.

About the Venue

This event will be held at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation. Conveniently located in Edinburgh’s city centre it boasts excellent public transport links. www.edinburghcentre.org

Costs and How to Book

The delegate fee starts at £99 for SFHA Members (£149 for non members) and includes lunch and refreshments.

PROGRAMME

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9:30 - 10:00 – Registration

10:00 Session 1. The Story so far Examining the processes and institutions involved in devising and delivering new powers for Scotland, from the Smith Commission deliberations and publication of the Draft Clauses, to the final Bill.

• MaryTaylor, Chief Executive of SFHA

• JamesWolfe, Deputy Director Universal Credit Policy, Department for Work & Pensions

• AndyPark, Senior Economist, Housing & Regeneration, Scottish Government

11:00 Session 2. Next Steps and the Westminster process ahead A political panel Chaired by BBC Scotland’s Political Editor, Brian Taylor, will provide insight into how the Draft Clauses become law and how delegates can engage with politicians through the stages of drafting and passing legislation. The panel will discuss the importance of the Draft Clauses for the housing sector, with particular focus on welfare, energy and fuel poverty, fiscal powers and intergovernmental working.

Host: BrianTaylor, Political Editor, BBC Scotland

Discussion panel:• AlexJohnstone MSP, Conservative Member

of the Devolution (Further Powers) Committee

• JimHumeMSP, Scottish Liberal Democrat Spokesperson for Housing and Health

• JimEadieMSP, SNP Convenor of the Infrastructure and Capital Investment Committee

• RussellBrownMP, Labour Shadow Scotland Minister

12.00 lunch

12:45 Session 3. Expert perspectives on the territorial politics and stability of the proposed powers, how they will impact social security benefits, and economics of the new fiscal powers on the sector.

Host: MaryTaylor, CEO of SFHA

Discussion panel:• ProfNicolaMcEwen, Professor of Territorial

Politics; Associate Director, ESRC Centre on Constitutional Change

• ProfPaulSpicker, Grampian Chair of Public Policy at the Robert Gordon University

• ProfDavidBell, Professor of Economics, University of Stirling, ESRC Centre on Constitutional Change

13:30 Session 4. Implications for housing and tenants A discussion panel hosted by Elaine Zwirlein, Vice Chair, CIH Scotland and made up of civic leaders who have been giving evidence to the Smith Commission, the Draft Clauses Bill Team and the Devolution and Further Powers Committee.

Host: ElaineZwirlein, Vice Chair, CIH Scotland

Discussion panel:• JohnDownie, Director of Public Affairs, SCVO

• Jeanette Campbell, Public Affairs Manager, Citizens Advice Scotland

• BillScott, Director of Policy, Inclusion Scotland

• MichaelMcClements, Policy Manager, COSLA

• AdamLang, Head of Communications and Policy, Shelter Scotland

• AndrewFaulk, Independent Consumer Energy Specialist

14.30 Concluding comments followed by networking tea and coffee

Event Code: Event12

BOOKING FORM

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Additional Powers for Scotland Next steps and implications for housing

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BACS: Bank: The Royal Bank of ScotlandSort Code: 83-06-08 Account: 21692096Name: Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA)

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Important NoticeThis programme is correct at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to make alterations or substitutions if necessary. All timings may be subject to change. Views expressed by speakers at the event or in documents or notes provided are their own and may not necessarily be the views of SFHA.

Cancellations and substitutionsAll cancellations must be made in writing. Please note that if cancellation occurs prior to the closing date SFHA will charge an administration fee of £30. If cancellation occurs after the closing date the full fee is payable. A substitute delegate can be named at any time free of charge. SFHA’s terms and conditions of booking are available on our website at www.sfha.co.uk

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Tuesday 17 February 2015 | Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation