A plan for housing in Wales
Ensuring everyone can access a suitable, safe and affordable home
The Senedd election in 2026 comes against the backdrop of a deepening housing emergency in Wales. The visible consequences of this being rising levels of homelessness and increasing demand for social housing and a lack of affordable homes in the private rented sector.
Wales needs a sustainable housing system which supports a circular economy agenda, ensuring everyone can access a safe, suitable and affordable home, an equitable housing system where stigma is eradicated, and a housing workforce which is valued.
To do this housing should be a foundation mission of government with the starting point being the incorporation of the right to adequate housing into Welsh law. A rights-based approach will drive a systemwide change to housing in Wales that will transcend political cycles, providing for this and future generations. Incorporation of the right into Welsh law will act as the catalyst that will deliver a Wales where everyone can access a safe, suitable and affordable home.
Our key asks
CIH Cymru calls for the next Welsh government to commit to the following:
- To enshrine the right of adequate housing into Welsh legislation
- More social and affordable homes
- Improving our existing homes and tackling fuel poverty
- Address stigma associated with social housing and promote the positive impact of diverse communities
- A professional and resilient workforce.
