CIH responds to Housing Ombudsman’s Repairing Trust spotlight report
The Housing Ombudsman released its new spotlight report on Repairing Trust which shows how negative experiences of repairs and maintenance significantly undermine residents’ trust in their landlords.
CIH NI responds to latest housing statistics: Homelessness falls and social housing starts exceed target, but rising waiting lists highlight urgent need for continued investment
The latest Northern Ireland Housing Bulletin January – March 2025 reveals a welcome decrease in homelessness across the region. Furthermore, the figures show that 1,504 new social homes were started in 2024/25, exceeding the aspiration to commence 1,500. However, a significant increase in the social housing waiting list and the number of households experiencing housing stress highlights the critical need for sustained investment in new social homes.
Government simplifies planning processes to maximise the potential of smaller sites and smaller housebuilders
Find out more about the government's second housing announcement this week, and CIH's reaction to what this means for the sector.
CIH collaborates with Building Safety Alliance on publication of golden thread tools
CIH collaborates with Building Safety Alliance on publication of golden thread tools
Housebuilding sees growth in NI, but significant annual shortfall and social housing funding cuts raise concerns
The number of new homes started and completed in NI have seen encouraging growth, according to CIH NI, responding to fresh statistics released by the DoF. While this dual increase signals positive momentum, significant annual shortfalls against housing need and recent cuts to social housing capital funding remain pressing concerns.
Government publishes new planning reform working paper: Speeding Up Build Out
Find out more about the latest proposed planning reforms along with CIH's reaction including what this means for the sector.
CIH response to Construction Products Reform Green Paper
We welcome the opportunity to respond to the Government's Construction Products Reform Green Paper
CIH Cymru welcomes publication of the Homelessness and Social Housing Allocation (Wales) Bill
CIH Cymru has welcomed the publication of the Homelessness and Social Housing Allocation (Wales) Bill.
Chartered Institute of Housing's response to the consultation on supported housing regulation
In discussion with practitioners, we identified some key steps needed urgently to address the crisis in supported housing and to ensure the protection of much needed supported and specialist homes for some of our most vulnerable citizens.
CIH Cymru welcomes publication of affordable housing taskforce report
CIH Cymru welcomes recommendations in the taskforce's report but continues to press for a national housing strategy for Wales and the right to adequate housing to be enshrined in law.
The latest edition of the Housing Costs Handbook is available now
Co-published by Chartered Institute of Housing and Shelter, the Housing Costs Handbook is an indispensable guide to help with housing costs for social tenants, private tenants, and homeowners.
CIH NI response to a Private Members’ Bill on banning unfair letting fees
CIH Northern Ireland appreciates the chance to provide feedback to a Private Members’ Bill on banning unfair letting fees as proposed legislation will place a statutory duty on the Department for Communities to ban tenancy related fees for renters for Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs), tenancies of student accommodation and licences to occupy housing in the private rented sector.
CIH calls for more support for local authorities to enforce PRS energy efficiency regulations
CIH has called for more support for local authority enforcement capacity as part of its response to the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero’s (DESNZ) consultation on improving energy performance of privately rented homes in England and Wales.
Rachael Williamson appointed as CIH's director of policy, communications and external affairs
Find out more about the permanent appointment of Rachael to CIH's executive leadership team.
CIH welcomes the launch of the Warm Homes Skills Programme
CIH has today (30 April) welcomed the launch of the government’s new Warm Homes Skills programme, and the continuation of the Heat Training Grant.
