Publications

Private rented tenancies in Northern Ireland and 'notice to quit' periods

The research report was carried out on behalf of the Department for Communities on ‘notice to quit’ periods in Northern Ireland

Focus on influencing Scotland: December 2021

This publication provides a round up of recent Scottish briefings, consultation responses and member updates.

Consultation briefing: the draft National Planning Framework

This member briefing outlines the draft Fourth National Planning Framework (NPF4). The Scottish Government is inviting comments until 31 March 2022.

Research specification: supporting environmental sustainability in private renting

This research specification from Tyfu Tai Cymru focuses on what needs to happen to ensure the private rented sector in Wales can become more environmentally friendly.

Sharing the art of the possible: developing stronger health and housing partnerships

CIH Northern Ireland Private Tenancies Bill evidence submission

Submission to the committee for communities on the Private Tenancies Bill ahead of a CIH oral briefing to committee members.

A National Care Service for Scotland - consultation response

CIH Scotland response to the Scottish Govenrment consultation on establishing a new National Care Service.

What you need to know about the budget and spending review

The budget and spending review was presented on 27 October 2021.

Using national milestones and indicators to measure our nation's progress

In a response produced in partnership with Shelter Cymru and Tai Pawb - we outline why a rights-based approach to housing could help measure progress against the Future Well-being of Generations (Wales) Act.

Licensing of short-term lets

This is a response to the Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee’s online survey on licensing of short-term lets.

What you need to know: about the Heat and Buildings Strategy

An essential guide on the Heat and Buildings Strategy, which sets out the immediate actions and long-term approach required to reduce emissions from buildings by 2050

UK Housing Review 2021 Briefing Paper

This briefing contains analyses around contemporary housing and related issues, with a focus on housing need and the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic..

What you need to know: the Scottish Government's Heat in Buildings Strategy

The strategy, published on 7 October, plans to decarbonise Scotland's homes and non-domestic buildings by 2045.

Focus on influencing Scotand: November 2021

This publication provides a round up of recent Scottish briefings, consultation responses and member updates.

Housing for people on low incomes - how do we make the best use of government subsidies in England?