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.

10 Oct 2025

Equality, diversity and inclusion census result 2025

Discover the findings of our EDI census from the last year and see how CIH membership shapes up in its diversity.

10 Oct 2025

CIH response to Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee inquiry into housing conditions in England

We are pleased to be able to submit this response to the committee’s inquiry into housing conditions in England.

Member only 08 Oct 2025

WYNTK about the Housing (Scotland) Bill 2025

Read our member-only briefing on the key takeaways from the Housing (Scotland) Bill 2025, which was passed on the 30 September.

Member only 06 Oct 2025

WYNTK about the Social Tenants' Access to Information Requirements (STAIRs)

Read our member guide on what you need to know about the Social Tenants' Access to Information Requirements (STAIRs).

01 Oct 2025

CIH and University of East London policy brief on heat adaptation in the UK

CIH collaborated with the University of East London to host a roundtable on heat adaptation in the UK. This policy brief summarises the outcomes of the roundtable, and includes policy recommendations for improving heat adaptation in the UK. It will be of interest to policymakers, practitioners, and CIH members interested in how they can support households to stay healthy and safe in extreme heat.

Member only 01 Oct 2025

What you need to know about the new Competence and Conduct Standard for social housing

Read our member briefing on the latest update from the government on the Competence and Conduct Standard requirements.

29 Sept 2025

CIH Scotland's manifesto for housing 2026

CIH Scotland has launched its manifesto, ahead of the 2026 Scottish parliamentary elections.

29 Sept 2025

CIH Scotland 2026 housing manifesto companion

CIH Scotland has launched its manifesto, ahead of the 2026 Scottish parliamentary elections. Use this companion document to understand its priorities and demands.

23 Sept 2025

Affordable Housing Need in Scotland Post-2026

This report shows the findings from new research on projected affordable housing need in Scotland for the next Scottish Parliament 2026-31.

NEW 16 Sept 2025

Scottish Housing Day report – Everybody Needs Good Neighbours

This new report, for Scottish Housing Day, examines the importance of good neighbours and calls for a renewed focus on building and supporting communities across Scotland.

02 Sept 2025

Affordable Housing Need in Scotland Post-2026 – executive summary

This executive summary highlights the findings from research on projected affordable housing need in Scotland for the next Scottish Parliament 2026-31. The full report will follow later this month.

Member only 13 Aug 2025

What you need to know about the Building Safety (Wales) Bill – Welsh version

Read our member guide (Welsh version) about the new Building Safety Bill in Wales which forms part of the Welsh government's response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy.

Member only 13 Aug 2025

What you need to know about the Building Safety (Wales) Bill

Read our member guide about the new Building Safety Bill in Wales which forms part of the Welsh government's response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy.

Member only 17 Jul 2025

What you need to know about the proposed new Decent Homes Standard consultation

Read our member guide about the proposed new Decent Homes Standard consultation being held by the government.

Member only 07 Jul 2025

What you need to know about the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards in social housing consultation

The government is consulting on new Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) for social housing - read our member briefing for more details.