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.

Member only 12 Mar 2024

What you need to know about Scotland's housing emergency

This briefing, exclusive for CIH members, explains the political and financial context behind Scotland's housing emergency.

Member only 07 Mar 2024

What you need to know about the Spring Budget 2024

On 6 March, the Chancellor published his Spring Budget. Housing did not feature much but this guide summarises the measures that members are likely to be interested in, alongside our response.

Free 07 Mar 2024

Social Housing Net-zero Standard consultation response

CIH Scotland response to the Scottish Government consultation on a new Social Housing Net-zero Standard (SHNZS) to replace the current Energy Efficiency Standard for Social Housing (EESSH2)

Free 07 Mar 2024

Heat in Buildings Bill consultation response

CIH Scotland's response to the Scottish Government's proposals for a Heat in Buildings Bill setting minimum energy efficiency standards for the private sector and clean heat across tenures.

01 Mar 2024

Rapid Rehousing Transition Plans: Improving access to the private rented sector

This joint research with Fife Council looks at the barriers people face accessing the private rented sector and how to make it an attractive, viable option for those experiencing homelessness.

Member only 21 Feb 2024

Focus on influencing Scotland: February 2024

This publication provides a round up of recent Scottish briefings, consultation responses and member updates.

Member only 19 Feb 2024

What you need to know about net-zero and fuel poverty in Scotland

This new CIH member briefing gives an update on key milestones for net-zero and fuel poverty in Scotland.

Free 06 Feb 2024

Scottish housing 2024: what the sector wants

In 2023 we asked CIH Scotland members what they would like to see in the upcoming Housing Bill - this paper summarises what you've told us needs to be prioritised.

17 Jan 2024

CIH cost of living briefing: Spotlight on different parts of the UK

This cost of living briefing provides the latest research and data available and examines the impact of the crisis on tenants throughout the UK.

Member only 10 Jan 2024

Housing in Scotland: January 2024

This new CIH member briefing sets out some of the big issues in housing for the year ahead and poses some of the questions you might want to think about in your organisation.

Free 21 Dec 2023

Consultation response: enhancing the accessibility, adaptability and useability of Scotland’s homes

CIH Scotland's response to the Scottish Government's review of accessibility standards for new homes.

Member only 20 Dec 2023

What you need to know about the Scottish Government draft budget 2024 - 2025

Published on 19 December 2023, the Scottish Budget sets out the Scottish Government’s proposed spending and tax plans for 2024 to 2025, as presented to the Scottish Parliament.

Free 19 Dec 2023

Consultation response: regulation of social housing in Scotland

CIH Scotland responds to the Scottish Housing Regulator's review of the regulatory framework for social housing.

12 Dec 2023

Focus on influencing: December 2023

This publication provides a round up of recent Scottish briefings, consultation responses and member updates.

11 Dec 2023

Consultation briefing: Heat in Buildings Bill

This new member briefing summarises the Scottish Government consultation on proposals for a new Heat in Buildings Bill.