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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 21h

News from the Plaid Cymru conference. Party leader Rhun ap Iowerth in his key note address indicated that a future Plaid Cymru government will legislate to enshrine the right to adequate housing into Welsh law.

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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 2d

The Senedd election in 2026 comes against the backdrop of a deepening housing emergency in Wales,

That is why our manifesto calls for housing to be a foundation mission of government to ensure everyone in Wales can access a safe, suitable and affordable home.

Read more here: buff.ly/4tHatVB

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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 2d

Following our launch CIH Cymru's 2026 election manifesto: A plan for housing in Wales, we are holding a webinar on 16 October at 10am to provide you an opportunity to explore our manifesto asks in more detail.

You can book your place here: buff.ly/AWbCNyq

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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 3d

This morning CIH Cymru published its manifesto: a plan for housing in Wales to inform the Senedd election.

To explain the manifesto's rationale our director Matt Dicks has authored a piece for WHQ

Read the article here: buff.ly/hzet4LZ

Access our manifesto here: buff.ly/IGQne57

CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 3d

CIH Cymru has today launched it's 2026 Senedd election manifesto: A plan for housing in Wales. It sets out the five key priorities the next Welsh government should commit to.

You can access the manifesto here: buff.ly/sAD6Ocu

Our full statement on the launch here: buff.ly/1gFceJA

CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 11d

Join our webinar on Thursday 16 October at 10am for an overview of our plan for housing ahead of the Senedd 2026 election.

Open to all learn about our five priorities to ensure everyone in Wales can access a suitable, safe and affordable home.

Book here: buff.ly/AWbCNyq

CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 11d

We welcome the announcement by the Cabinet Secretary for housing and local government Jayne Bryant on a new 10-year rent standard and the certainty it offers tenants and social landlords in Wales.

Read our full statement here: buff.ly/BqI8JN5

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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 12d

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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 15d

⚠️ ⌛ Last weekend to apply ⌛ ⚠️

🔒 Applications close Monday 29 September for this year's Welsh Housing Awards 🔒

🏡 Don't miss the chance to recognise the achievements of individuals/teams in our sector 🏡

Apply now 👇
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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 15d

Thinking about applying but not sure how?

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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 16d

The annual homelessness data has been published: www.gov.wales/homelessness... it shows a 2% decrease in households being made homeless and a 3% reduction in temporary accommodation use both welcome reductions

Yet we are still not building the homes we need to end our housing emergency.

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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 17d

🕑 Last chance to apply, don't miss out 🕑

The Welsh Housing Awards recognise the creativity, passion and innovation of housing organisations and individuals across the sector in Wales 🏡 Apply today!

Check out the categories and learn more ⬇️
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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 19d

🏆 You asked, we listened! 🏆

Due to popular demand, the deadline for this year's Welsh Housing Awards has been extended until Monday 29 September 🚀

With 18 categories, there is something for everyone to choose from ⬇️
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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 22d

Thinking about applying but not sure how?

Check out our top tips on everything you need to apply⬇️
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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 24d

This award recognises excellence in health and wellbeing with new projects or initiatives which have improved health and wellbeing outcomes for the people connected to your organisation ✨

Learn more and apply today ⬇️
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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 25d

This award recognises the impact of outstanding communication with tenants or campaigns to persuade key decision-makers to move in a certain direction on legislation or policy ✨

Learn more and apply today ⬇️
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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 26d

🕑 Applications close one week today, don't miss out 🕑

The Welsh Housing Awards recognise the creativity, passion and innovation of housing organisations and individuals across the sector in Wales 🏡 Apply today!

Check out the categories and learn more ⬇️
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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · 29d

This award recognises organisations that can demonstrate they have overcome some of the significant challenges in cutting carbon emissions ✨

Learn more and apply today ⬇️
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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · Sep 11

This award recognises the impact of outstanding communication with tenants or campaigns to persuade key decision-makers to move in a certain direction on legislation or policy ✨

Learn more and apply today ⬇️
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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · Sep 10

This award recognises programmes or projects that clearly demonstrate an innovative approach which has made a real difference to the lives of tenants and customers 🏡

Learn more and apply today ⬇️
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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · Sep 9

This award recognises organisations leading on promoting equality and diversity within their businesses ✨

Learn more and apply today ⬇️
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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · Sep 9

We have now published our written response to the Senedd's local government and housing committee's stage one scrutiny of the Building Safety (Wales) Bill.

You can read our full response here: buff.ly/8WEjxzQ

CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · Sep 8

⌛ Time is running out ⌛

Have you thought about which categories you'd like to apply for? ✨

Anyone can apply, you don't need to be a member of CIH 🏘️

Learn more about Welsh Housing Awards and apply today ⬇️
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CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · Sep 5

Have you thought about which categories you'd like to apply for? ✨

Anyone can apply, you don't need to be a member of CIH 🏘️

Learn more about Welsh Housing Awards and apply today ⬇️
buff.ly/nS5pxOP

CIHCymru @cihcymru.bsky.social · Sep 4

This award recognises excellence in health and wellbeing with new projects or initiatives which have improved health and wellbeing outcomes for the people connected to your organisation ✨

Learn more and apply today ⬇️
buff.ly/suqlwRh