Hosted by the City of Lincoln Council and chaired by Stella Parkin, a long-standing advocate for tenant involvement, the event showcased the growing influence of tenants in shaping housing policy and service delivery. The conference focused on transparency, accountability, and resident engagement.

Key speakers included:

Rhiannon Davies from the Regulator of Social Housing, who emphasized the vital role tenants play in regulation.

Jonathan Cox from Housemark, who presented data-driven trends shaping the sector.

Olivia Shillabeer from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, who outlined upcoming policy changes.

A highlight of the day was the Community Champion Awards, celebrating individuals making a difference in their communities. The Lincoln Tenants Panel also took the stage to share their successful engagement model, inspiring others to replicate their approach.

Stella Parkin, Chair of the ARCH Tenants Group, said:

“This conference is about giving tenants a voice and making sure that voice is heard at every level. The energy and ideas shared today show just how powerful tenant-led change can be.”