TIS unveils 2018 National Excellence Awards finalists
The Tenants Information Service (TIS) has announced the shortlist for the TIS National Excellence Awards: Inspire to Achieve, after receiving an impressive response and high quality nominations across all nine award categories
Held in association with the Scottish Government, the event recognises and honours housing organisations, tenants, residents, and community groups who are leading the way and making a difference throughout the Scottish social housing sector.
Finalists were selected from a longlist of applicants by an independent judging panel that consisted of representatives from organisations including Queens Cross Housing Association, Dundee City Council and the Scottish Government.
TIS chief executive, Ilene Campbell, said: “The exceptional quality of entries really shined through this year. The strength of applications highlight the fantastic developments that organisations are taking to lead the way throughout the sector.”
Finalists from across Scotland make this year’s shortlist a hotly anticipated contest in a bid to receive one of nine prestigious trophies.
Best Innovative Practice
Community Development Excellence - Sponsor: CIH Scotland
Frances Nelson MBE Excellence - Sponsor: Dundee City Council
Most Inspiring Scrutiny Group
Most Inspiring Scrutiny Newcomer - Sponsor: Glen Oaks Housing Association
Scrutiny Excellence
Tenant Participation Champion - Sponsor: The Scottish Government
Tenant Participation Excellence
Tenants and Residents Organisation of the Year
The award ceremony and Gala Dinner will take place on Saturday 9th June 2018 at the Westerwood Hotel and Resort, Glasgow and will be presented by TV and radio presenter, Cat Harvey.
The event is ticketed and includes a three course Gala Dinner and evening entertainment. Please contact Fawn Russell on frussell@tis.org.uk or telephone 0141 248 1242 to reserve your place.