Tenancy Agreements Conference

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1 Tenancy Agreements Conference 12 September 2013 CIH Office, London

2 Firstly, thank you for coming to the Event, we hope that you enjoy the day here with us in London. The Events team is based in Coventry and here at the event is Patrick Grace, Conference and Seminar Organiser. We are here to help you with any queries, problems or comments you may have. To get the most from the event, please take part - get involved in discussions, ask questions and share ideas. Respect everyone s right to opinions and allow everyone a space to express their thoughts. Information which may be helpful to you: Welcome Note Appraisal Forms, if you can try to remember to fill in the appraisal forms and leave them on the registration desk before you leave the conference. We really do value your comments and take your views into account when planning next year s conference and future events. We take all comments seriously. Short Courses and Seminars, if you have enjoyed this event and are interested in other topics which relate to this event, why don t you try one of our short courses. We cover a wide range of subjects and topics and if you can t find what you are looking for, then why not contact us about having your training requirements delivered In-house. We hope you enjoy your day and if you require any further information please contact the Events Team on , us at events@cih.org or visit our website Regards, Patrick Please scan this barcode for more information about our events and your chance to WIN 100 high street shopping vouchers. Competition ends 31 st December Chartered Institute of Housing Events Chartered Institute of CIH_events

3 9.30 Registration and refreshments Chairs welcome and overview Mike Owen, Partner, Capsticks Enforcing the Agreement Mike Owen, Partner, Capsticks If a term in the tenancy agreement gives either you or your landlord less than your statutory rights, that term cannot be enforced. Mike discusses ways tenancy agreements are enforced with the use of clear language ensuring tenants are treated fairly and just Affordable Tenancies: The right agreement for the right customer Arthur Moore, Barrister, Hardwicke A tenancy agreement details rights and responsibilities as a tenant and responsibilities of a landlord. We look into the different types of tenancy agreements available and the importance of ensuring the right agreement is given to the right customer Refreshments Programme Courting disaster: common issues with public sector tenancy agreements Dean Underwood, Barrister, Hardwicke In this session we delve into the miscellany of issues that arise in landlord and tenant litigation. Dean also looks into what tenancy agreements need to contain Lunch Making and varying your Tenancy Agreement Christopher Skinner, Associate, Capsticks Landlords need to be careful how to modify tenancy agreements to prevent legal challenges in the future. Communication with tenants is essential for sourcing problems. Christopher also discusses the importance of procedures ensuring housing officers know the tenancies available Recent developments on possession cases Liz Davies, Barrister, Garden Court Chambers This session looks into recent developments exploring rent arrears, anti-social behaviour, suitable alternative accommodation and human rights Legal Eagles: Panel Session Guest Speakers This session is your chance to ask your questions regarding your organisations tenancy agreements. Our expert panel are on hand to answer any final questions you have Chairs closing remarks and summary of the day * Programme may be subject to minor change Presentations for this event can be found at:

4 Mike Owen, Partner, Capsticks Michael Owen is a partner and heads up the Housing Management team at Capsticks Solicitors. He has extensive experience in the sector, specialising in housing management and litigation. He is regularly invited to speak at national conferences and undertakes training in-house and for external training agencies countrywide. Arthur Moore, Barrister, Hardwicke Arthur was called to the Bar in Since 1997 he has specialized in disputes over land with an emphasis on social housing. He has appeared in several of the important cases for both landlords and tenants. He regularly advises public sector landlords on a variety of property management issues, as well as lecturing and providing training in these areas. Dean Underwood, Barrister, Hardwicke Dean Underwood has wowed sources with his impressive attention to detail, his great technical eye and his good rapport with the judiciary. Chambers UK, Dean is head of Hardwicke s housing team. He is recognised in The Legal 500 and Chambers UK as a leading junior in public, administrative and housing law. His practice covers all aspects of housing and homelessness, welfare benefits, community care and the Court of Protection. Christopher Skinner, Associate, Capsticks Speaker Biographies Chris is an Associate in the Social Housing Litigation team at Coffin Mew and specialises in all areas of Housing Management. He has experience of litigating housing matters up to, and including the Court of Appeal and regularly advises Housing Associations on policy and best practice in various areas of housing management. Liz Davies, Barrister, Garden Court Chambers Liz Davies is a barrister at Garden Court Chambers, specialising in housing law. She is co-author with Jan Luba QC of Housing Allocation and Homelessness (Jordans, 2012). She is described by Chambers and Partners 2013 as a star individual and " a "brilliant advocate" in the field of social housing.

5 Attendance List Forename Surname Job Title Employer Type Nazia Akhtar Housing Officer Aldwyck Housing Group Andrea Loomes Housing Support Officer Aldwyck Housing Group Mike Owen Partner Capsticks LLP Speaker Chris Skinner Associate Capsticks LLP Speaker Caroline Lynn Senior Housing Officer Crawley Borough Council Elizabeth Knight Crawley Borough Council Julie Farrow Area Housing Manager Crawley Borough Council Laura Wood Housing Officer Crawley Borough Council Liz Davies Barrister Garden Court Chambers Speaker Deborah McKenna Housing Services Manager Gateshead Council Julie Lamb Housing Enabling & RTB Operational Manager Gateshead Council Dean Underwood Barrister Hardwick Solicitors Speaker Arthur Moore Barrister Hardwicke Building Speaker Louise Morris Policy and Performance Manager London Borough of Greenwich june Sue Rennie Young Community Participation & Diversity Manager London Borough of Greenwich Neighbourhood Manager Raven Housing Trust Housing Manager - supported housing and lettings Raven Housing Trust Gill Peckham Severnside (Property James Thomas Legal Officer Services) Steven Baker Housing Officer Soho Housing Association Housing Futures South Tyneside Metropolitan Lindsay Riddle Project Officer Borough Council Housing Strategy South Tyneside Metropolitan Matthew Thornhill Support Officer Borough Council Caroline Stubbs Solicitor Weaver Vale Housing Trust

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