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.

26 Sept 2023

Homes at the heart – A strategy for housing

At CIH we’re urging all political parties to commit to a long-term plan for housing which recognises it as the foundation for creating healthy and sustainable communities.

26 Sept 2023

A plan for more and better homes - A 10-point plan for housing

Good for the economy, good for health, good for people.

To see what this means for the devolved nations click here.

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Free 10 Aug 2023

Consultation response: review of the regulatory framework

CIH Scotland's response to the Scottish Housing Regulator's call for views on the regulatory framework.

28 Jul 2023

Consultation briefing: Enhancing the accessibility, adaptability and usability of Scotland's homes

The Scottish Government is consulting on proposed changes to Housing for Varying Needs and a wider Scottish Accessible Homes Standard. This CIH member briefing summarises the key points.

Free 11 Jul 2023

Consultation response: council tax on second and empty homes

CIH Scotland response to the Scottish Government consultation on council tax charges for second and empty homes and non-domestic rates.

Member only 03 Jul 2023

Consultation briefing: a Human Rights Bill for Scotland

This CIH member briefing sets out Scottish Government proposals to introduce a new Human Rights Bill which would include the right to adequate housing.

Free 19 Jun 2023

What role for a PRS Regulator?

The Scottish Government has committed to establishing a private rented sector regulator. This new publication considers what a new regulatory regime could look like.

Free 12 Jun 2023

CIH Scotland response to the review of the National Outcomes Framework

This is a joint response to the Scottish Government consultation on the National Outcomes Framework.

Member only 06 Jun 2023

What you need to know about the new national dementia strategy 2023-2033

This CIH member briefing summarises the key points from the Scottish Government's new national dementia strategy.

Member only 29 May 2023

Consultation briefing: council tax on second and empty homes/non-domestic rates

This CIH member briefing sets out Scottish Government proposals to allow increases to council tax on second and empty homes.

Member only 26 May 2023

Putting safety first: Governing body member assurance

The second in our series of "Putting safety first" briefings provides guidance for governing bodies in relation to health and safety assurance.

24 May 2023

CIH submission to the Work and Pensions Committee inquiry into benefit levels

CIH's submission to the inquiry into benefit levels draws on existing research in this area.

Further information on this topic is also captured in a recent blog by Sam Lister, CIH policy and practice officer. You can also find out more about the inquiry here.

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Member only 11 May 2023

Workforce development and professionalism - Housing Bill 2023 discussion paper

This discussion paper sets out the elements we think will be included in the upcoming Housing Bill and questions for CIH members to consider.

Member only 11 May 2023

A new deal for tenants - Housing Bill 2023 discussion paper

This discussion paper sets out the elements we think will be included in the upcoming Housing Bill and questions for CIH Scotland members to consider.

Member only 11 May 2023

Housing Bill 2023 - presentation for CIH members

This presentation is part of our member engagement toolkit to gather feedback on proposals for the Housing Bill 2023.