Search: State must lead on major affordable housing development, argues new paper

With homelessness moving towards the frontline of Scottish politics, Adam Lang says delivering a ‘Housing First’ model needs sustained support as part of a whole system response and should not be mistaken for a silver bullet. The recently published Programme for Government outlined a pledge to r

The former John Brown’s shipyard in Clydebank, famous for building some of the world’s greatest ships, is set to be unlocked for future development after an ambitious £15 million plan was signed. The deal will see essential infrastructure and ground works undertaken on the site, and more import

An opening ceremony marking the completion of a development worth more than £2 million of ten modern and energy efficient affordable homes has taken place on the isle of Jura. People who live and work on Jura or have strong connections to the island have taken up the opportunity to reside in t

Councillor David McBride, West Dunbartonshire Council convener of housing and communities, and Margaret Burgess MSP, housing and welfare minister, joined council representatives, contractors CCG and other politicians for the official opening of 37 new build council homes at Hillstreet Square, Dumbar

Eildon Housing has unveiled plans to build up to three Extra Care developments over the next five years with the first starting on site next week at Langhaugh in Galashiels.

Orwell Terrace (Image: CCG) CCG has completed a new, state-of-the-art new student apartment complex in the heart of Edinburgh city centre.

The CCG Group has officially unveiled its brand-new, window and door manufacturing facility in Cambuslang. The 25,000 sq ft facility forms part of a wider £6 million investment into the expansion of CCG’s ‘Manufacturing’ subsidiary which fabricates a range of enhanced window

Two of Glasgow's empty flats describes as being in a “state of disrepair” are set to be bought by Glasgow City Council and brought back into use by two local housing associations.

The UK Government has announced that small businesses will benefit from a new fast-track finance scheme providing loans with a 100% government-backed guarantee for lenders. Under the new initiative, businesses will be able to borrow between £2,000 and £50,000 and access the cash within d

Greenhouse gases fell last year by 2.5%, the smallest reduction since 2012, according to the state of the market report by Ofgem.

Campaigners have demanded that ministers order an official state inquiry into Scotland's ‘sex for rent scandal’ amid claims thousands of women are being targeted by predatory landlords, The Sunday Herald has reported. According to campaigners, rogue property owners are demanding sexual favours i

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has pledged to set up a state-owned not-for-profit energy company in Scotland to offer cheaper power to homeowners. The SNP leader told the party's conference yesterday that the company will sell energy to customers at "as close to cost price as possible".

New state-of-the-art amenity flats and a day care and resource centre in Largs were officially opened this week by Provost Joan Sturgeon. The modern facilities - located on the site of the former Stevenson Institute - were created as part of a pioneering initiative between North Ayrshire Council’s

The Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) has conducted a comprehensive analysis of the planning profession in the United Kingdom. With a focus on understanding the needs of its members and facilitating an informed dialogue with the government and the general public, the report sheds light on the cha

Masterchef winner, renowned food writer and novelist, Sue Lawrence, has officially opened the new £160,000 state-of-the-art kitchen facility at an Edinburgh care home run by Viewpoint. The ultra modern kitchen at St Raphael’s is fitted with new appliances; drainage and wor