We are the independent voice for housing, and we use our voice to influence and bring about positive change in the housing sector and policy landscape.

At the core of our identity is our foundation as a social purpose organization, providing us with opportunities to challenge thinking and decisions, in a constructive and evidence-based manner. Through our strategic partnerships, stakeholder engagement and by conducting research, we are actively contributing and shaping the future of housing policy.

Learn more about our campaigns, and how you can get more involved and help us to create a housing system that works for everyone.

The UK Housing Review 2025

The annual publication of the UK Housing Review is packed with statistics and analysis about housing, households and welfare benefits across the UK and internationally.

A crucial resource for housing professionals, leaders, and policymakers across the UK's public and private housing sectors. It's free for members to download.

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CHOOSE HOUSING - CIH presidential campaign

CHOOSE HOUSING is a CIH presidential campaign, by Elly Hoult, that seeks to raise awareness of the career opportunities the housing sector provides. The campaign focuses on encouraging greater diversity in the sector and inspiring more people to pursue housing as a career of choice.

The phrase “I fell into a housing career” is often heard. This year’s presidential campaign’s purpose is to replace it – encouraging everyone to CHOOSE HOUSING.

CHOOSE HOUSING

Better Social Housing Review
The Better Social Housing Review report has been published making recommendations to housing associations to drive improvements in the quality of social housing.
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Make a stand campaign
Working with Women's Aid and the Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance, we are asking housing organisations to publicly commit to taking action to support victims of domestic abuse.
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Housing rights for migrants
CIH works with BMENational and our sponsors Metropolitan Thames Valley, Innisfree and Tamil Housing Association to provide detailed guidance on the legal entitlements of all migrants.
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Social Housing (Regulation) Act

After its passage through Parliament, the Social Housing (Regulation) Bill received Royal Assent, becoming the Social Housing (Regulation) Act on 20 July 2023.

The mandating of qualification requirements for social housing managers brings social housing closely into line with other sectors providing front line services, including social work, teaching, and health and care services. Any landlord who fails to meet the requirements of the new standards could be fined by the Regulator.

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CIH Scotland campaigns

Housing and dementia framework
A practice framework to support Scotland's housing sector and invite housing organisations to show their commitment to improving the lives of people living with dementia.
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Scottish housing education
The Housing Bill presents a chance to influence the future of the sector and to consider what requirements for education to deliver housing services we think are appropriate.
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Welsh campaigns

Tyfu Tai Cymru
Tyfu Tai Cymru (TTC) is a five-year housing policy project which aims to provide insightful analysis and fill evidence gaps to support policy progression.
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Right to adequate housing
The Back the Bill Coalition has been campaigning for the incorporation of the ‘right to adequate housing’ into the Welsh legal framework since 2019.
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Professional development toolkit
CIH Cymru put together this guidance for organisations who need direction on investing in their team to deliver better outcomes for customers.
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