My life as President is pretty active at the moment and much of it involves, making a speech, food and drink, unsurprisingly I find myself two kilograms heavier than last year.The other odd occurrence is that I seem to have become a talking point for the Housing Press, was Howard wearing a tie? - Come on guys there are enough serious issues about.
On Thursday 25th February, I flew to Belfast to speak at the first Northern Ireland's Awards Dinner. What a great evening, I was flanked by Ministers from both sides of the border, a great example how collaboration across jurisdiction is working well. David McCallum did a sterling job by kicking the evenings events off which was followed by the achievement awards. The whole thing was then topped off by music from one of the top local bands.
It was a privilege to be invited and to speak at a celebration of real achievement. I have been a visitor to Northern Ireland over the past 20 years and I have been impressed with the progress over the last few years. Housing has proved to be a focal point for community change and long may it last.
CIH is also changing to meet the developing agenda and is making significant progress in gaining members in the South.
A really great event that celebrated real professionalism and excellence in the sector.
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