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.
What you need to know about the review of emergency cost of living legislation
UPDATE: This briefing replaces an earlier version published on 13 January as new regulations have now been laid in Parliament.
What you need to know about the Census 2021 housing data
This member-briefing focuses on the Office of National Statistics latest Census 2021 dataset for Wales.
CIH response to Department for Education consultation on standards for supported accommodation for care leavers and looked after young people of 16-17
CIH has responded to this consultation as many of its members work in supported accommodation. The response is shaped by these members and providers of supported accommodation.
What you need to know about the consultation on reforms to national planning policy
This briefing provides a summary of the most significant aspects for CIH members of DLUHC’s planning consultation, which runs until 2 March 2023.
The consultation seeks views on the proposed approach to updating the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and provides wider consultation opportunities around matters such as the potential scope of future NPPF consultation, new National Development Management Policies and other policies and legislation that would be enabled by Royal Assent of the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill.
CIH response to the APPG on Poverty: Call for Evidence – Adequacy of social security
CIH has responded to the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Poverty's call for evidence.
The call for evidence was launched in December 2022 to consider the uprating process for social security.
Review of letting agent qualifications and CPD: Final report
New research assesses the impact of mandatory qualifications and continuous professional development for letting agents operating in Scotland.
Exceptions to longer ‘notice to quit’ periods in Northern Ireland
This CIH research report for the Department for Communities in Northern Ireland (NI) summarises:
- What existing evidence from outside Northern Ireland tells us about exceptions to the notice periods that private landlords must provide to tenants to terminate a tenancy
- Views from landlords and tenants in NI, their representative groups and the district councils on exceptions, and views of the general public on termination for anti-social behaviour specifically
- Our proposals on exceptions for private landlords in NI, considering human rights and equality laws and the implications for both tenants and landlords including more vulnerable groups.
What you need to know about the Welsh Government draft budget 2023-24
The draft Budget sets out revenue and capital spending plans for 2023 to 2024, together with indicative spending plans for 2024 to 2025.
Beth mae angen i chi ei wybod am Gyllideb Ddrafft Llywodraeth Cymru 2023-2024
Mae'r Gyllideb ddrafft yn nodi cynlluniau gwario ar gyfer 2023 i 2024, ynghyd â chynlluniau gwario dangosol ar gyfer 2024 i 2025.
How to tackle damp and mould
This member briefing contains information, advice and resources to help you address issues of damp and mould across the sector.
Housing and human rights framework
Ahead of Human Rights Day 2022, this new guide outlines how landlords can take a human rights approach to service delivery. It builds on guidance released earlier this year.
CIH cost of living briefing: A spotlight on children and families
This cost of living briefing summarises the latest research and data on the crisis, examining the impact on families and children
Social Housing (Regulation) Bill: House of Commons Committee Stage Briefing
An update on the latest stage of the Social Housing (Regulation) Bill.
The Social Housing (Regulation) Bill is due for committee stage in the House of Commons on 29 November 2022. This briefing provides an overview of CIH’s thoughts on the Bill and some proposed amendments (as currently drafted).
What you need to know about the Autumn Statement
This guide summarises the key measures announced by the Chancellor on 17 November 2022 that members are likely to be interested in, alongside our response.
Welsh Housing Awards Good Practice Compendium 2022
A core learning document full of inspiration, ideas, and innovation to help the sector create a future where everyone has a place to call home.
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