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.
High level action plan on homelessness
This briefing was prepared by CIH Scotland and sent to all MSPs in advance of the Scottish Government debate on the 29th of November 2018 on the ’Ending Homelessness Together Action Plan'.
Domestic Abuse and Housing
This briefing was prepared by CIH Scotland and sent to all MSPs in advance of the Scottish Government debate on the 27th of November 2018 on ‘Ending Violence Against Women and Girls.’
What you need to know: an update on Rapid Rehousing
CIH members can download this exclusive 'what you need to know' briefing which provides an update on plans for Rapid Rehousing.
2018 UK Housing Review briefing paper
In this year’s Review include analysis of recent trends in UK housing markets and in housing needs, as well as of public expenditure on housing and the government’s current plans.
Scottish Housing Day Report: Housing as a Human Right
Housing must be a human right, according to this new report published to mark Scottish Housing Day.
The paper, published jointly by the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) Scotland, the Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA), Shelter Scotland, the Association of Local Authority Chief Housing Officers (ALACHO), the Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL), and the Tenant Participatory Advisory Service Scotland (TPAS) calls for the incorporation of human rights legislation in Scotland so everyone has access to a safe, affordable home.
Missing the target?
This report explores the gaps between Local Housing Allowance rates and the lowest private rents since LHA rates stopped being increased in line with actual rents
It also assesses the impact of the UK government's targeted affordability funding, which was introduced to mitigate the biggest shortfalls.
What you need to know about the Fuel Poverty Bill
CIH Scotland has published a new 'what you need to know' briefing on the Fuel Poverty Bill, exclusively for members.
Make A Stand Pledge Document
What you need to know about the regulatory review
This briefing explores the review of the regulatory framework in Scotland.
Democracy starts at home
This new international research study was commissioned by Wheatley Group with support from the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) and carried out by The Democratic Society.
The research draws on best practice from around the world and the resulting report outlines fresh approaches, tools and techniques for how organisations across the UK, particularly the housing sector, can better engage with people in the communities they serve.
What you need to know about the autumn 2017 budget
This is a round-up of the 2017 Budget, focusing on the housing and related areas from the chancellor's speech.
Feeling the pinch
This briefing summarises recent research by CIH on the effects of the lowered benefit cap one year after its introduction, following the 2016 publication of analysis of the possible effects
It reports on a series of interviews with 18 households living with the lower benefit cap, and with staff working for social housing providers.
2017 UK housing review briefing paper
During 2017 the UK Housing Reviewis celebrating 25 years of publication. This edition of the Briefing has been held back to allow it to reflect developments since June’s general election
The first edition(then called the Housing Finance Review) first appeared in 1993. This mid-year Briefing is the eighth in a series, complementing the main Review now published annually in the early Spring.
Dementia Pathways: Housing’s role practice guide
This practice guide is important for everyone working with people living with dementia.
Where we live and call home matters hugely to our health and wellbeing. a settled home is critical to our sense of self and wellbeing and provides a foundation from which people can flourish.
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