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.
CIH submission to the 2020 Comprehensive Spending Review
CIH's submission to the 2020 Comprehensive Spending Review gives detailed responses to the priorities of strengthening the post-Covid19 economy, widening economic opportunity, improving public services, and making the UK a scientific superpower.
Back housing 2021: CIH Cymru a manifesto for homes
As we approach the Welsh Parliament Election in 2021 read CIH Cymru's asks of all political parties in addressing the housing crisis in Wales.
Cefnogi tai 2021: Maniffesto dros gartrefi
Fel ein bod yn agosáu at etholiadau Senedd Cymru 2021 darllenwch ofynion CIH Cymru ar gyfer pleidiau gwleidyddol er mwyn ddatrys yr argyfwng tai yng Nghymru.
What you need to know about the proposed changes to the current planning system
This member briefing summarises the proposed short-term changes to the planning system in England.
Leadership in housing - a looming capability gap
The Institute of Leadership & Management partnered with The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) to research leadership succession planning within the social housing sector.
The value of social housing
To mark the fifth annual Scottish Housing Day, this new report sets out the value of social housing and why we need to continue to invest in building new homes.
Homes at the heart
Homes at the Heart is CIH Scotland's manifesto for housing 2021-2026. It calls for all political parties to put housing at the centre of plans for our economic and social recovery from COVID-19.
It's not okay - a guide to tackling stigma in social housing
CIH has joined forces with the Stop Social Housing Stigma campaign to address the issue of stigma in social housing and how landlords can tackle this.
Many people in social housing experience stigma because of where they live, and research by Stop Social Housing Stigma has revealed how the practices of social housing organisations and professionals can contribute to that. CIH and See The Person together have developed this guide, to support social housing organisations and the people who work for them to reflect on what they do and the imact it has, so that they can work with tenants to tackle stigma and develop relationships of mutual respect. It showcases what some organisations are doing to achieve that.
What you need to know: Coronavirus Act 2020
The Coronavirus Act 2020 provides for a wide range of measures to be taken to safeguard the health of the population and ensure continuity of essential services during the Coronavirus pandemic.
This briefing focuses on the areas of most relevance in the housing sector, including employment, protection from eviction, care and support, limiting social contact, and local authority meetings.
What you need to know: Draft Building Safety Bill
An overview of the contents of the Building Safety Bill. Covering the building safety regulator, higher risk buildings, registration & certification, engagement with residents, and recovery of costs.
This document also gives details on responses from Wales and Scotland and CIH's response.
Time to re-focus: Social housing allocations
On behalf of Tyfu Tai Cymru, researchers Elin Brock and Joy Kent explore the challenges and opportunities for improving how social housing is allocated in Wales
Amser i ailffocysu: Cynlluniau dyrannu tai cymdeithasol
Ar ran Tyfu Tai Cymru, wnaeth ymchwilwyr Elin Brock a Joy Kent edrych yn fanwl ar y sialensiau ar gyfleodd i wella'r systemau ar gyfer dyrannu tai cymdeithasol yng Nghymru.
What you need to know: Plan for jobs
A roundup of the initiatives within the government's plans to kickstart the economy's revival from the Coronavirus pandemic which particularly relate to the housing sector.
Nodi'r cysylltiadau o fewn llywodraeth leol
Gweli'r canlyniadau arolygiad o weithwyr tai llywodraeth leol llawn o Tyfu Tai Cymru.
Joining the dots in local government
See the full results from Tyfu Tai Cymru's latest survey of local authority housing professionals in Wales.
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