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.
Fuel poverty, energy affordability and COVID-19
A roundup of measures to support tenants experiencing fuel poverty and to enable tenants to take steps towards more affordable energy use during the Coronavirus pandemic.
New approaches to housing management
New approaches to housing management flows from our 2018 Rethinking social housing research which explored what social housing is, the role it plays and who it is for.
Focus on influencing Scotland: March 2020
This edition looks back at the recent Housing Festival, and provides a roundup of recent briefings and consultation responses.
What you need to know: Ministerial statement on COVID-19
This member briefing outlines the Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government, Aileen Campbell's statement on Scottish Government support for communities dealing with COVID-19.
What you need to know about Coronavirus and welfare benefits
The goverment has announced measures to ease access to some benefits for those affected by Coronavirus.
What you need to know about the Budget 2020
This briefing summarises the main housing-related points from the 2020 Budget and gives CIH's initial response to the Budget announcements.
CIH Scotland's submission to the Scottish Government discussion on Housing to 2040
This submission makes recommendations on the future of the housing sector in Scotland over the next 20 years.
Scottish Parliament's Cross Party Group on Housing: sub group report on Housing to 2040 (synopsis)
In 2019 the Scottish Parliament's Cross Party Group on Housing formed a sub group to respond to the Scottish Government's draft vision on Housing to 2040. This publication provides a short summary of the group's main report.
Scottish Parliament's Cross Party Group on Housing: sub group report on Housing to 2040
In 2019 the Scottish Parliament's Cross Party Group on Housing formed a sub group to respond to the Scottish Government's draft vision on Housing to 2040. This report sets out the group's response.
CIH response to the Future Homes Standard consultation
CIH has responded to the consultation on proposed changes to Part L and Part F of the building regulations for new dwellings
In its response to the consultation, CIH outlined its commitment to improved environmental and energy efficiency standards in housebuilding, and calls for the Future Homes Standard to be ambitious and lead on high standards rather than follow industry practice.
Housing, fuel poverty and climate change
The fourth in our series of briefings linked to the CIH Scotland Housing Festival 2020 focusses on the role of housing in tackling fuel poverty and climate change.
What you need to know about the draft Scottish budget 2020-2021
A summary of the relevant points in the draft Scottish budget and CIH's reaction.
CIH submission to the chancellor's March 2020 Budget statement
CIH's submission calls on the chancellor to increase grant levels to fund homes at social rent, provide more help with housing costs, and invest in meeting housing support needs.
Mental health at work: commitment guide for the housing sector
This guide was launched by CIH President Aileen Evans as part of her presidential campaign Shine A Light.
Housing and the private rented sector in Scotland
The third in our series of briefings linked to the CIH Scotland Housing Festival 2020 focusses on the private rented sector in Scotland.
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