Report shows lack of strategic direction in the private rented sector is fuelling Scotland’s housing crisis
The latest RRTP report by CIH Scotland and Fife Council looks at the barriers people face accessing the private rented sector and how to make it a viable option for those experiencing homelessness.
Homelessness statistics released paint an increasingly grim picture
A summary of today's homelessness statistics with CIH's reaction
CIH Scotland reacts to housing cuts in the Scottish Budget
Read Callum Chomczuk's reaction to what the approved budget means for Scotland's housing sector.
CIH Scotland reacts to homelessness statistics
Ashley Campbell, policy and practice manager at CIH Scotland reacts to the latest homelessness statistics published today (27 February 2024).
Despite budget movement more investment still needed to tackle the housing crisis in Wales
CIH Cymru's analysis and response to the Welsh Government's final budget for 2024/25
CIH responds to planning reforms to tackle short term lets
Planning permission and a mandatory national register will be required for short term lets in proposed changes to planning rules.
Scottish Government publishes dementia strategy delivery plan
The Scottish Government has published its first two-year dementia strategy delivery plan.
CIH Scotland launches new Professionalism Commitment for housing providers
CIH Scotland has launched a new Housing Professionalism Commitment to encourage housing organisations to publicly demonstrate how they will support ongoing education and CPD..
CIH responds to stagnating progress in new fuel poverty statistics
The latest statistics show unchanged levels of fuel poverty. CIH responses to the statistic, urging all political parties to make manifesto commitments to improve energy efficiency across the sector.
CIH response to revisions to brownfield regeneration requirements
Find out more about the strengthening planning policy for brownfield development consultation and CIH's response.
2024 Presidential Address and Appeal: An EPIC reminder of the power of housing to create change
Find out more about the inspirational messages and speeches given at this years CIH Presidential Address and Appeal
Government withdraws draft regulations removing HMO regulation from asylum seeker accommodation the day before trial
A group of eight asylum seekers' legal fight to ensure safe accommodation for all, finally reaches a victorious result as the Home Office withdraws the draft regulations.
CIH Scotland publishes new paper on what the housing sector wants to see in 2024
CIH Scotland's new policy paper sets out what the housing sector wants to see prioritised based on feedback from our members.
Government open Competence and Conduct Standard consultation
Focused on professionalism the Competence and Conduct Standard includes an enhanced code of conduct and qualification requirements. Read CIH's reaction and how to feed into our consultation response.
CIH All-Ireland Housing Awards 2024 shortlist announced
Discover the finalists for this year's ceremony, taking place at The Mansion House, Dublin on 14 March 2024.
