Julie Haydon, director of corporate services at Wolverhampton Homes, received over 51 per cent of the votes cast and was elected ahead of fellow candidates Hony Premlal, and Thomas Sutton.

She will officially become the vice president following the CIH’s annual general meeting in October 2024.

Julie Haydon said: “I am truly honoured and humbled to have been selected as the next vice president of the Chartered Institute of Housing.

“All the candidates were deserving this year, and we should be proud that we have such good talent within the CIH. I have a passion for the positive impact, we as housing professionals, can make on people, places and areas we work in. I am really excited to get stuck in supporting Elly in her presidential campaign. Thank you for your trust and encouragement.”

Geraldine Howley, chair of CIH’s governing board, added: “As a dedicated and truly passionate housing professional, I am looking forward to welcoming Julie to our presidential team in October.

“We had three incredible candidates for this year’s election – Julie, Thomas and Hony should be extremely proud of their campaign and their phenomenal commitment to the housing sector. I’d like to say a personal thank you to all three of you for supporting CIH and our members.”

Gavin Smart, CIH chief executive, commented: “We’re delighted to announce Julie as the vice president elect of the Chartered Institute of Housing. I am sure that she will bring huge energy and passion, and together, her and Elly Holt will make an excellent presidential team.”