Search: Child poverty action plan welcome but more affordable homes required, says CIH Scotland

The Scottish Law Commission has published a discussion paper reviewing the civil remedies available for domestic abuse in Scotland and seeks views on a proposed delict of domestic abuse. Sixty-one per cent of the incidents of domestic abuse recorded in 2022 to 2023 did not involve criminal conduct.

The Play Team at Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital has been named Starlight’s Play Team of the Year during National Play in Healthcare Week (14 to 18 October). The charity for children’s play in hospitals and hospices has recognised the play team for their outstanding de

Harper Macleod partner Collette Miller takes a look through the Right to Repair Regulations to highlight the repairing obligations on Scottish social landlords for windows and describes what challenges are presented in meeting those obligations.

Families on low incomes in Midlothian can now apply for free school meals and clothing grants for the upcoming school year 2024/25. All children in primary 1 to 5 are eligible for free school meals, however their families must apply for clothing grants. All children in early learning and childcare c

The School Bank West Lothian has landed on a £5,000 donation from Persimmon East Scotland after being announced as one of the housebuilder’s Community Champions.

Four Aberdeen charities – Archway, Friends of the Neuro Ward, Aberdeen Lads Club, and Archie's Child Bereavement Service – have been confirmed as beneficiaries for the 10th anniversary Sportschallenge corporate quiz. They join long-term beneficiaries Maggie's Aberdeen and Children's Aid

Scottish benefits claimants have been urged to prepare for the latest universal credit shake-up as notice letters arrive through letterboxes across the country. Advice Direct Scotland, which runs the national advice service advice.scot, said households should prepare for changes as the Department fo

Parents of disabled children are being urged to make sure they’re not missing out on vital financial support from the Scottish Government. Child Disability Payment is money to help families cover the extra costs of looking after a child or young person who is disabled, has a long-term health c

People in Scotland have received more than £30 million via two Scottish Government benefits to help them deal with increased energy costs this winter, new statistics have shown.

People who receive Universal Credit, tax credits and certain benefits and are responsible for paying for a funeral are being urged to apply for help from the Funeral Support Payment. The Funeral Support Payment provides eligible people with financial support to help pay for a partner, child, pa

The Housing Ombudsman has released its special investigation report into Hammersmith and Fulham Council, finding that failures throughout a number of cases left residents “feeling anything but secure in their homes” and causing wellbeing and financial consequences for those residents.

Muirhouse Housing Association delivered a Christmas cracker filled with family fun with Santa, of course, as the star guest. The Association laid on a festive event adjacent to its offices full of seasonal cheer which families flocked to.

Sanctuary Housing has been ordered to pay over £5,600 in compensation for leaving a resident and her child living in damp and mould for years and then failing to provide proper redress for the situation.

Supporting children in care to build a positive network of adults they can rely on can reduce their risk of homelessness by 10%, a study suggests.

Fyne Homes has become a Local Program Partner with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library which will provide free books for tenants’ children under the age of five who are eligible under the scheme. Each month the Imagination Library will post a high quality, age-appropriate book to chi