Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. In Northern Ireland, you can contact the following helplines for support.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, it's important to reach out for help. Remember you are not alone, and there are people who can listen and support you.
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It's Gas Safety Week and we're reminding our tenants about the importance of regular Gas Safety checks. Contact our office if you'd like more information on our annual Gas Safety checks, and please visit our website for more information on safety in your home: www.arkhousing.co.uk/page/tenant-...
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Ark Housing offices will be closed on Thursday 4th and Friday 5th September for staff training.
Please report any Out of Hours repairs to 03301 233337, and remember you can report non-urgent repairs on your Ark Tenant Portal. Log on here: www.arkhousing.co.uk/dashboard
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Ark Offices will be closed on Monday 25th August for the Bank Holiday.
Please report any out of hours repairs to 03301 233337 and remember you can log and track non-urgent repairs on your Tenant Portal: www.arkhousing.co.uk/dashboard
Enjoy the long weekend!
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Back of the net! Ark Housing is very proud to partner with Street Soccer NI and provide sponsorship for the Homeless World Cup.
Our Homeless Services manager met with the team on Tuesday at Playball, Stormont. They will be traveling to Oslo, Norway in nine days for the main event.
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Ark Housing is proud to support the 'Let Nature In' program by Ulster Wildlife. Our teams and tenants from Conor House and Warren Gardens recently participated in an event focused on creating sustainable, wildlife-friendly environments in their gardens.
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A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at Feile an Phobhail for our "Weathering the Storm" panel discussion. It was a powerful and in-depth conversation about the homelessness crisis in Belfast.
Read all about it on the Ark Housing website!
www.arkhousing.co.uk/news/ark-hou...
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Wondering what's happening this August? You can now see our full list of upcoming Ark Housing events!
From tenant meetings to community activities, find out what's happening near you by visiting our website.
www.arkhousing.co.uk/news/buildin...
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β οΈ Yellow Weather Warning for Storm Floris β οΈ
Please be aware that a yellow weather warning for unusually strong winds is in effect for Northern Ireland until 12 midnight tonight (Monday).
Below are some useful numbers you may need:
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Exciting Updates for Third Street! ποΈ
Our Development team has been meeting with political & community representatives, sharing the latest on our fantastic Third Street development!
Visit our website for all the details!
www.arkhousing.co.uk/page/develop...
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A fresh look can make all the difference! Take a look at the recent external decoration at Cumain House in #Portaferry. This refresh has brightened up the property.
See the difference for yourself in our before & after pictures! π
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π‘ New Beginnings in Millisle! π
Ark Housing has officially handed over 9 brand new homes in the beautiful seaside town of Millisle today! π
Itβs a proud moment for us to see these homes come to life and even more special to hand the keys over to the families who will make them their own. ποΈβ€οΈ
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Ark Housing proudly hosted a @cihhousing.bsky.social Study Day for a qualification in Homeless Services.
We're committed to best practice in supporting those experiencing homelessness, guided by CIH's expertise in engagement and service delivery.
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Our Homeless Services Team visited the Museum of Homelessness to learn about the 'Dying Homeless Project' β a sobering 6,911 deaths recorded since 2017.
We are committed to client-centred support to help end homelessness. Visit our website for more information: www.arkhousing.co.uk/page/homeles...
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β€οΈ Our Communities Team brought some furry friends from Cavaliers in Need to Castle Gardens Primary School in Newtownards.
These projects are supported by the Department for Communities #Housingforall programme and demonstrate our commitment to the NI Executive TBUC strategy.
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Huge congrats to the 12 groups who received Β£1,000 for their projects at our Community FUNding event!
Ark's Communities team & NIHE were delighted to celebrate your vital work in the Ards Arts Centre. So inspiring to reconnect & see projects in action!
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It's a very exciting time for Ark Housing as we begin the next chapter of the iconic Tillie & Henderson story.
Read more on our website: www.arkhousing.co.uk/news/cutting...
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A new chapter for Derry/L'Derry! β¨
The iconic Tillie & Henderson factory site, once an industrial giant in the maiden city, is transforming.
Ark Housing is building 131 new homes at this Shared Housing Development.
Stay tuned for more updates on this groundbreaking project!
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It's June, and our calendar is packed with opportunities to connect! β¨ We're excited to bring you a host of community events across Ark Housing schemes this month.
Ready to see what's happening near you? All the info is on our website: www.arkhousing.co.uk/news/ark-hou...
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Invitation to Tender
Provision of Independent Internal Audit Services
Invitation to Tender:
Provision of Independent Internal Audit Services
Ark Housing Association invites applicants from registered Audit Practices to Tender for the Provision of Independent Internal Audit Services.
Please visit our website for more information: www.arkhousing.co.uk/vacancies/in...
04.06.2025 09:29 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
What an inspiring day at the West Belfast Partnership Environment Awards!
Huge congratulations to all the West Belfast Environmental Champions for your vital work in gardens, environmental programmes, and the arts!
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There's still time to apply for our Community Investment Assistant role and join the Communities Team at Ark Housing.
If you're passionate about good relations, community development, and tenant participation, visit our website for more information and to apply!
www.arkhousing.co.uk
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Your chance to connect with Ark is coming to a location near you!
Our Community Pop-Ups are a great way to share your thoughts and ask questions. For a full calendar of dates and times for all our pop-up events, please visit our website:
www.arkhousing.co.uk/news/your-vo...
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Great partnership in action! π
Our Communities Team is delighted to collaborate with our colleagues at Apex, Choice, and Radius, guided by the newly formed Foyle Advisory Group, to deliver the Good Relations Plan for the Foyle area.
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A delicious way to build community! π³βοΈ Our amazing tenants at Conor House, as part of their Supper Club, recently hosted a Community Breakfast on the May Bank holiday!
A huge congratulations to our talented chefs β bon appΓ©tit! β€οΈ
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Don't miss out on the exciting things happening with Ark Housing this May!
We hope there's something for everyone to enjoy, and we're really looking forward to engaging with our tenants and communities throughout the month!
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Tenant Publications
Ark Housing tenant publications
π§οΈπ Damp, mould, and condensation can affect your home, even in warmer months. Please check out the CIH & NIFHA comprehensive guide for practical tips to keep your home healthy:
www.arkhousing.co.uk/page/tenant-...
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YouTube video by Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH)
CIH Northern Ireland - damp and mould guide - video asset
Heading into summer, it might be the last thing on your mind, but now's the time to get prepared!
Please watch this informative video to learn how to identify them damp and mould in your home!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZ4h...
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Former NICVA Chief Executive, Trustee of Pivotal, Trustee Eaga Trust.
The leading monthly magazine for social housing professionals in the UK
Founded in 1933, we're a national organization of housing providers & community builders dedicated to creating strong, sustainable communities. RTsβ endorsements
A Quality Home For All -
The cross-sector, public & private #ukhousing industry membership body representing 150+ organisations.
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https://housingforum.org.uk/
We provide a comprehensive programme of events around the UK to provide you with up-to-date knowledge and good practice on key housing issues. #ukhousing
Chartered Institute of Housing Cymru; Professional body for people working in the housing sector in Wales.
Chartered Institute of Housing Scotland is a professional body for people working in the housing sector with around 2,500 members in Scotland.
Leading forum for the promotion of housing studies in the UK, embracing the inter-disciplinary & cross-sector interests of researchers, students & practitioners.
Find us at: https://www.housing-studies-association.org
Just curious about why data on housing in Ireland does not support the narrative on housing in Ireland. Two data driven projects coming soon.
Former Chartered Institute of Housing UK President. Professor of Housing and media commentator all things housing. Board Chair and NED of a number of housing organisations. Dad and Grandad and Leeds United supporter
Working with people experiencing homelessness & housing insecurity.
Registered Charity Number: 20020125
Our Vision: End Youth Homelessness in Northern Ireland
Our vision is a healthy Northern Ireland free from chest, heart & stroke illnesses.
The Equality Coalition is a broad civil society alliance of NGOs & trade unions that aims to promote equality in Northern Ireland. Co-convened by the Committee on the Administration of Justice (CAJ) & UNISON
SHAC is a campaign group linking tenants, renters, shared owners, and leaseholders living in homes owned by social and private landlords. Together we campaign for more public housing & to improve housing conditions.
We plan and oversee the delivery of health and social care services for the people of Northern Ireland. Monitored 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.
https://online.hscni.net/
We're the Northern Ireland Council for Voluntary Action. We support and represent voluntary and community organisations across Northern Ireland.
We are Northern Ireland's statutory consumer body.
For unresolved complaints:
βοΈ Freephone 0800 121 6022
π» Email contact@consumercouncil.org.uk
Supporting leadership, management and organisational development for Health & Social Care across Northern Ireland. Located in Belfast.
https://leadership.hscni.net/about/
We're on a journey to end homelessness. We represent the NI homelessness sector and amplify voices of people with lived experience. We provide the Home Starter Pack service and FareShare in NI