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.
Response to Energy Efficiency (Private Rented Property) Regulations
CIH Scotland responds to Scottish Government proposals for minimum energy efficincy rates for homes in the private rented sector.
Response to proposed changes to 'no fault' evictions in Wales
Read CIH Cymru's response to the Welsh Government's consultation on the proposal to increase the minimum notice period for a 'no fault' eviction.
What you need to know about the Programme for Government
The First Minister has announced the latest Programme for Government which sets out the Scottish Government's focus and legislative programme for the year ahead.
Together for mental health delivery plan 2019-2022 in Wales
Take a look at CIH Cymru's evidence reflecting on your experiences of how housing, and housing-related support services could improve how mental health services are delivered.
We've drawn together our evidence of the challenges and opportunities across both social housing and the private rented sector to inform the Welsh Government's plan to improve mental health services across Wales.
Draft development plans manual for Wales
Read CIH Cymru's evidence to inform the development plans manual for Wales.
Long-term financial sustainability of local government
CIH Scotland responds to the Local Government and Communities Committee's call for evidence.
Domestic abuse: a good practice guide for social landlords
This guidance is published in partnership with CIH Scotland, ALACHO, SFHA, Shelter Scotland and Scottish Women's Aid to support social landlords to develop an informed response to domestic abuse.
The guidance provides practical information on preventing women's and children's homelessness, supporting victims of domestic abuse effectively, and holding perpetrators to account.
Fire safety in supported housing
This briefing is designed to inform you about current consultations, highlight potential implications for the sector that you might want to consider in your own response
Improving temporary accommodation response
CIH Scotland's response to the Scottish Government's consultation on improving temporary accommodation standards and extending the Unsuitable Accommodation Order (UAO).
Domestic abuse: a good practice guide for social landlords
This guide was developed by CIH Scotland, ALACHO, SFHA, Shelter Scotland and Scottish Women's Aid for social landlords in Scotland.
Short-term lets
CIH Scotland's response to the Scottish Government's consultation on the regulation of short-term lets in Scotland.
Strengthening fire safety for high rise domestic buildings
CIH Scotland's response to the Scottish Governemnt consultation on fire safety in high rise buildings including revised guidance and an awareness raising campaign.
An update on Housing First
This new 'what you need to know' briefing, exclusively for CIH members, provides a short update on Housing First.
Adding new categories to the definition of an HMO
CIH Scotland's response to the Scottish Government consultation on the definition of a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) following concerns about the safety of seasonal and transient workers.
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