Publications
Our publications focus on the latest policy topics and practical advice that you need to do your job. CIH members can access all our publication documents for free, please ensure you are logged into the website.
Consultation briefing: review of the Scottish Social Housing Charter
This briefing outlines the Scottish Government's consultation on the review of the Scottish Social Housing Charter and how you can have your say.
Focus on influencing Scotland: June 2021
This publication provides a round up of recent Scottish briefings, consultation responses and member updates.
Succession planning for Scotlands social housing sector
This new guide aims to support Scotland's housing organisations in thinking more about their own succession planning, highlighting good practice from across the country.
What housing qualification should I study?
In this simple overview, get all the information you need on what CIH qualifications could best help you in progressing further in your career.
Get all the information you need on which CIH housing and property management qualifications could support your knowledge and skills and help you progress in your career. Alongside some real-life examples from the Scottish housing sector, get a greater sense of what learning outcomes you can expect to achieve to help you find the best fit with your own aspirations.
What you need to know about the Queen's Speech 2021
The Queen's Speech was delivered on 11 May 2021 as part of the State Opening of Parliament. It sets out the government's agenda for the new Parliamentary session.
As expected, the speech was heavily focused around economic recovery from the pandemic with the expressed aim being to “level up opportunities” across the UK. This briefing provides a summary of the most significant announcements for CIH members.
Focus on influencing Scotland: May 2021
This publication provides a round up of recent Scottish briefings, consultation responses and member updates.
Joint response to the New Plan for Immigration
The Chartered Institute of Housing, Homeless Link, Metropolitan Thames Valley (MTVH) and NACCOM have worked together to produce this joint response to the New Plan for Immigration.
Draft Heat in Buildings Strategy response
CIH Scotland response to the Scottish Government's consultation on the draft Heat in Buildings Strategy.
Focus on influencing Scotland: April 2021
This publication provides a round up of recent Scottish briefings, consultation responses and member updates.
Supported housing and coronavirus
An updated version of our factsheet on steps to take in supported housing to ensure the welfare of residents during the pandemic.
What you need to know about the Domestic Abuse (Protection) (Scotland) Bill
The Scottish Parliament passed the Domestic Abuse (Protection) (Scotland) Bill on 17 March 2021. This member briefing summarises the main aspects of the Bill.
What you need to know about the final vision for Housing to 2040
The Scottish Government has launched its new strategy on the long-term future of the housing sector, setting out its priorities for Housing to 2040. This member briefing summarises the main proposals.
Focus on influencing Scotland: March 2021
This publication provides a round up of recent Scottish briefings, consultation responses and member updates.
Welfare benefits and Coronavirus
An update to the Factsheet from the Coronavirus series, following the 2021 Budget announcement.
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