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.
Joining the dots in local government
See the full results from Tyfu Tai Cymru's latest survey of local authority housing professionals in Wales.
CIH submission to the Environmental Audit Select Committee inquiry into the energy efficiency of existing homes
CIH's submission on whether current targets are sufficient to meet the net zero by 2050 challenge within the existing housing stock.
The Environmental Audit Select Committee issued a call for evidence inviting written submissions on government targets for domestic energy efficiency. CIH's submission responds to the questions raised in turn, focusing on the challenge in England.
What you need to know: Fair Rents (Scotland) Bill 2020
A new members Bill was introduced on 1 June by Pauline McNeill MSP, housing spokesperson for the Scottish Labour Party. This member briefing summarises the content of the Bill.
Affordable housing need in Scotland post-2021
New research published by CIH Scotland, Shelter Scotland and the Scottish Federation of Housing Associations calls for 53,000 affordable homes to be delivered over the next five years.
CIH submission to the inquiry into long-term delivery of social and affordable rented housing
Supplementary submission following the March 2020 budget and in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
CIH responded to the inquiry and makes specific points following the 2020 budget, addressing the Affordable Homes Programme and funding for social rented sector housing more widely. The impact of the coronavirus pandemic on housing is also discussed.
Protect tenants from arrears, eviction and homelessness
This CIH Scotland policy briefing sets out steps that need to be taken to prevent a spike in evictions when Coronavirus restrictions are lifted.
Protecting tenants from eviction during the Covid-19 pandemic
Alongside barrister Liz Davies, CIH Cymru sets out the measures needed to protect tenants from eviction during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Protect tenants from arrears, evictions and homelessness – An urgent call to government for action during and after the coronavirus epidemic
CIH has prepared a detailed set of proposals to enable a crisis to be averted when protections and respite measures in place during the Coronavirus pandemic are withdrawn.
What you need to know: Coronavirus (Scotland) Bill 2
This briefing summarises the second emergency Coronavirus Bill passed by the Scottish Government.
Supported housing and COVID-19 - what we know so far
An overview of government guidance relating to the Coronavirus and supported housing, sheltered and extra-care housing, and the regulation of social housing and care services.
How to support hate crime victims
A look at the forms hate crime can take, and how housing organisations can tackle hate crime, illustrated with case studies of existing initiatives.
Universal Credit guide for beginners
Many private tenants facing financial difficulty because of Covid-19 may be having to navigate the benefit system for the first time. This briefing from the social enterprise letting agency Homes for Good privides a quick guide for private sector tenants, landlords and letting agencies.
Assisting gypsies and travellers during the COVID-19 crisis
Factsheet giving an overview of how do deal with key issues affecting gypsies and travellers, and the management of sites, during the Covid19 crisis.
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