Publications
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Housing Voices 2
Get all the insights from the Tyfu Tai Cymru forums held during 2019
Frozen Out
The end of the benefit freeze in April 2020 follows years of below-inflation increases which have seen benefits designed to cover essential living expenses lose around nine per cent of their value.
This briefing explores the issues around the benefit freeze and takes an in-depth look at the problems which have arisen from the freeze, and sets out CIH's argument for a restoration of the real value of Local Housing Allowance.
Delivering the National Development Framework for Wales
CIH Cymru provide evidence to inform the delivery of the National Development Framework.
Where is housing's place in the broader conversation about infrastructure? We argue it should be at the heart of arrangements reflection on the latest evidence to show how an approach that prioritises housing could benefit communities across Wales.
Housing and dementia framework
The purpose of this document is to provide a framework for Scotland’s housing sector which sets out how best to support people living with dementia and their carers.
A snapshot of fuel poverty in Wales
Read CIH Cymru's response to the Welsh Assembly's Equality, Communities and Local Government Committee inquiry focusing on fuel poverty.
Fuel poverty has a huge impact on thousands of households across Wales. In this evidence submission get the latest analysis and learn from existing good practice in attempting to tackle the problem.
Submission on benefit take up
CIH Scotland responds to the Social Security Committee's call for evidence on benefit take up in Scotland and how this could be improved.
Good health brought home
This brand new research from Tyfu Tai Cymru focuses on which factors can lead to successful partnerships between health, housing and social care.
Dod ag iechyd da adref
Mae'r ymchwil newydd yma o Tyfu Tai Cymru yn ffocysu ar ba ffactorau gall arwain i bartneriaeth lwyddiannus rhwng y sectorau tai, iechyd a gofal cymdeithasol.
Young people's future health and the private rented sector
This report takes a look at young people's experiences of the private rented sector and how this impacts on their mental health and wellbeing
2019 UK Housing Review briefing paper
This briefing contains analyses around contemporary housing and related issues, with a focus on affordability, allocations, and tackling homelessness.
A strategy for off-site manufacturing in Wales
CIH Cymru provides evidence to inform the Welsh Government's draft strategy for off-site manufacturing in Wales.
Rethinking allocations
This report sets out the findings of our study that explored how social homes are being allocated in England.
In particular, it looks at the potential impact of rationing processes, particularly in relation to decisions about who gets access to waiting lists, how those who do get access are prioritised and the potential for pre-tenancy activity to exclude those most in need of social housing.
Response to Energy Efficiency (Private Rented Property) Regulations
CIH Scotland responds to Scottish Government proposals for minimum energy efficincy rates for homes in the private rented sector.
Response to proposed changes to 'no fault' evictions in Wales
Read CIH Cymru's response to the Welsh Government's consultation on the proposal to increase the minimum notice period for a 'no fault' eviction.
Together for mental health delivery plan 2019-2022 in Wales
Take a look at CIH Cymru's evidence reflecting on your experiences of how housing, and housing-related support services could improve how mental health services are delivered.
We've drawn together our evidence of the challenges and opportunities across both social housing and the private rented sector to inform the Welsh Government's plan to improve mental health services across Wales.
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