Chartered Institute of Housing’s Northern Housing Awards 2021 winners announced
The winners of the Chartered Institute of Housing’s (CIH) Northern Housing Awards for excellence in housing have been announced at an awards ceremony in the Hilton Gateshead, on 18 November .
CIH welcomes decision to extend welfare mitigations
Northern Ireland Executive has agreed to extend the current welfare mitigation package, and close loopholes that have to date plunged a number of welfare recipients further into poverty.
CIH launches professional standards self-assessment tool
This extension to the professional standards is incredible and will help guide modern housing professionals on their career journey.
Supply chain challenges impacting on housing ambitions for Wales
This stark research from Tyfu Tai Cymru reveals the stark nature of supply chain challenges facing the housing sector in Wales.
CIH responds to Autumn Budget and Spending Review 2021
Earlier today (27 October 2021) the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak delivered his Autumn Budget and Spending Review to Parliament.
Heat and buildings strategy needed for NI’s fight to reach net-zero
Ahead of the UN climate change conference, COP26, four housing and communities bodies have united to work towards a strategy to improve energy efficiency in Northern Ireland homes.
CIH responds to DLUHC support package for renters
The funding will be given to councils in England to support low-income earners in rent arrears – helping to prevent homelessness and support families get back on their feet.
UK Housing Review Autumn Briefing Paper warns of concerns for first time buyers being left out in the cold
Stamp duty concessions are making it extremely difficult for first time buyers to get on the property ladder, the UK Housing Review’s Autumn Briefing Paper has revealed.
CIH responds to the governments Heat and Buildings Strategy
On 18 October 2021 the government outlined plans within the long-awaited Heat and Buildings Strategy. Read our response here.
CIH and Centre for Homelessness Impact report looks at major savings in housing sector
This new report highlights that money spent on housing support could be used more effectively:
CIH and Homeless Link pilot an accredited qualification for the homelessness sector
This week, CIH and Homeless Link welcome the first two groups of learners onto their new joint Level 3 qualification in Supporting Homeless People.
CIH issues ‘cliff edge’ warning to government
In our latest publication, we have outlined a series of changes to welfare payments to protect tenants from financial hardship this autumn.
CIH Scotland calls for long-term support for people at risk of homelessness post-pandemic
Thousands of households across the UK face a 'cliff edge' following the withdrawl of support.
Angen gweithredu ar frys i osgoi caledi ariannol yn yr hydref
Mae’r Sefydliad Tai Siartredig Cymru yn galw am gyfres o newidiadau i daliadau lles yr hydref hwn i amddiffyn tenantiaid rhag caledi ariannol.
CIH calls on the Government to take drastic action to tackle ongoing housing crisis
Our submission to the Comprehensive Spending Review ensure that homes, and the people who live in them, are at the heart of post-COVID green economic recovery plans.
