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31 Jul 2026 | CIH updates

CIH welcomes the government announcement on mayoral strategic authorities

CIH welcomes the government announcement that mayoral strategic authorities in England will gain more powers and responsibilities, including receiving a share of income tax revenues to spend on local priorities.

30 Jul 2026 | Consultation and inquiry responses | Development and regeneration

CIH submission to the APPG inquiry into the barriers to delivering council housing

We welcome the opportunity to respond to the APPG inquiry into the barriers to delivery council housing.

30 Jul 2026

CIH report highlights continuity and disruption concerns linked to local government reorganisation

More than half of local authority respondents to the CIH survey said they rated their level of concern at eight or higher on a scale of 10.

25 Jul 2026 | CIH updates

CIH responds to recent community tensions in Glasgow

Following recent protests and disorder in Glasgow, CIH's director of policy, communications and external affairs, Rachael Williamson, has issued a statement calling for unity and warning against the dangers of misinformation.

22 Jul 2026 | CIH updates

Gavin Smith wins CIH vice president election

After a closely fought election, Gavin Smith FCIH has been chosen by members as the next CIH vice president.

21 Jul 2026

CIH welcomes reappointment of Angela Rayner as housing secretary and Matthew Pennycook as minister

CIH welcomes Angela Rayner’s reappointment as Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government

21 Jul 2026 | CIH updates

CIH welcomes government decision to remove VAT from domestic electricity bills from 1 October

The measure will give immediate relief to households facing ongoing pressure from high energy costs and is an important signal that reducing the cost of electrification is a policy priority.

20 Jul 2026 | CIH updates

Sarah Dunkerley to step down as CIH's director of membership and professional development

Sarah has confirmed that she will leave her role at the end of the year.

20 Jul 2026 | CIH updates

CIH congratulates Andy Burnham on becoming prime minister

We welcome Andy Burnham on his appointment and look forward to working with his administration.

16 Jul 2026 | CIH updates

CIH welcomes latest government announcement on local government reorganisation

CIH welcomes the confirmation by the government that new local authority geographies are being established across large parts of England.

16 Jul 2026 | Financial wellbeing | Support and wellbeing

CIH welcomes new regulations around temporary accommodation

These new regulations will allow residents in temporary accommodation and supported housing to remain in or find work.

15 Jul 2026 | CIH updates

CIH Cymru welcomes legislative commitment to a rights-based approach to housing in Wales

CIH Cymru has welcomed the legislative programme announced by First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth, including plans to incorporate the right to adequate housing into Welsh law.

13 Jul 2026 | Regulation and legal | Tenants and residents

Second phase of Awaab's Law laid before Parliament

CIH has welcomed the government's publication of the Phase 2 regulations for Awaab's Law.

09 Jul 2026 | Professionalism and training

Regulator confirms competency and conduct requirements as a separate standard

The Regulator of Social Housing has published its consultation response and confirmed a standalone Competence and Conduct Standard will come into effect in October 2026.

07 Jul 2026 | CIH updates | Management and leadership

CIH launches recruitment drive for new committee members

We are seeking to recruit to our audit and risk committee and governance, ethics, remuneration and nominations committee.