Cairn has confirmed the appointment of Audrey Simpson as its new Chief Executive. Audrey is currently Scotland Director for Home Group. Angus Lamont, Chair of Cairn, said, “The Board is delighted to welcome Audrey Simpson to Cairn and she brings the leadership, business skills, ambition and customer focus that are so important to us. The…
News from Cairn
Rent Consultation
We have written to all tenants with information on our rent consultation and letters should be with you shortly. We would like to hear your views on the proposed rent increase. Please fill in this form by the 8th January 2024 to have your say. You can also email enquiries@cairnha.com, call us on 0800 990…
e-bike fire safety
Emergency services are reminding people about the dangers of charging e-bikes and electric scooters following a recent house fire. Lithium battery fires can spread quickly out of control and start a large fire within minutes. With Black Friday and Christmas around the corner, please keep this key safety advice in mind: Try to store e-bikes…
Cairn sets new standards in sustainability with EnerPHit retrofit
We have successfully retrofitted two properties in Wick to EnerPHit standard. Both properties have achieved an extraordinary air permeability of below 1 m3/h/m2 @50Pa, which is a first for a Scottish social landlord. EnerPHit, a rigorous standard developed by the Passive House Institute, focuses on retrofitting existing buildings to the high-performance standards expected of Passivhaus. The…
Vacancy – Chief Executive
We are currently advertising for a new Chief Executive. You can find details of the role here.
Damp, Mould and Condensation
Most social homes in Scotland are of good quality. However, damp is a big issue for many households thanks to the nation’s climate, where we experience wetter and colder weather for a lot of the year. As we enter winter, where this issue can be exacerbated, here is some useful information about damp, what causes…
Cairn accredited as Living Wage Employer
Cairn Housing Group has been formally accredited as a Living Wage employer. The Living Wage commitment will see everyone working at Cairn Housing Group receive at least the minimum hourly wage of £10.90 per hour. This Living Wage rate was announced on Thursday 22nd September 2022. This rate is higher than the government minimum for…
New partnership with changeworks
We’ve partnered with Changeworks, to help you out with your energy! The service is free and gives you access to energy information, advice, support and advocacy. One-to-one support is also available to those who need it most. We know that managing your energy bills can be worrying at times confusing. The service aims to help…
Chief Executive to stand down after 12 years
Our long-serving Chief Executive, Jason MacGilp, will be stepping down in the New Year. Angus Lamont, Chair of the Board said: “Jason has been an excellent Chief Executive for Cairn and has made a very significant and positive impact during his time with the Association, and I and my Board Member colleagues will be very…
New Chair of Board Announced
Cairn Housing Group, a leading provider of affordable housing and community services in Scotland, is pleased to announce significant changes to its board members across organisations, Cairn Housing Association, Ancho, and Pentland Community Enterprise. Cairn Housing Association Don Jamieson, the outgoing Chair of Cairn Housing Association, has decided to step down from his role as…
