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People challenging disability benefit decisions will be able to claim a new Short Term Assistance payment under Scotland’s new social security system. Short Term Assistance will mean people continue to receive the amount of money they were getting before the decision was made to lower or stop

Veteran homelessness charity Scottish Veterans Residences (SVR) has received a generous grant from Comic Relief's Homeless Response Fund to help it absorb some of the financial impact of COVID-19. Administered by Comic Relief’s partner Homeless Link, the grant more than £47K will support

Aberdeen Cyrenians is appealing for ‘reverse trick or treating’ to support those having a ‘frightful’ time during the current COVID-19 crisis. In response to the coronavirus outbreak there has been unprecedented demand for support and as winter approaches, need continues

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has extended its offering of payment deferrals for mortgage and consumer credit customers for the next six months. The regulator said that under its proposals borrowers who already have a payment deferral for a period of less than six months would be able to ext

The South of Scotland’s largest community buyout is set to go ahead following one of the most ambitious community fundraising campaigns ever seen – with the community of Langholm in Dumfries and Galloway successfully raising the final funds needed. A landmark community buyout agreement o

Fiona Duncan has been appointed by The Highland Council as executive chief officer for health and social care, taking over from Fiona Malcolm who has been undertaking the Interim ECO role since early September. Ms Duncan is due to take up the position in January 2021.

Historic buildings at a former Leith gasworks are set to be replaced with student accommodation, affordable homes and shared office space following the approval of a planning application this week.

The best of Scotland’s new build housing was celebrated as part of a digital broadcast with winners revealed in the country’s largest independent awards competition.   Ardenglen was named 'Housing Association of the Year' during its 30th anniversary year

The Scottish Housing Regulator has extended its statutory intervention at Thistle Housing Association to ensure the landlord continues to address "longstanding governance and management weaknesses" and oversee the delivery of the proposed transfer of its homes to Sanctuary Scotland. Last year,

Robin Hill has commenced his new role to succeed Simon Mountford as the new chair of the board at Scottish Borders Housing Association. A solicitor with over 30 years’ experience in the legal professions across a diverse range of environments, Mr Hill is stepping into the role a

The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) has released a new paper on housing with care and support provided by housing associations. Housing Scotland: Models of housing with care and support sets out existing successful community models as well as key

Easthall Park Housing Co-operative has looked back over the 28 years of service of director John McMorrow as he announced his resignation to take up the post as chief executive of Melville Housing Association. John joined Easthall Park back in 1992 and was one of the very first e

More than 50 suppliers have won a place on a major new consultancy framework which aims to support the delivery of state-of-the-art new schools, early years centres, sports facilities and affordable homes across Edinburgh.

Housing Options Scotland (HOS) has revealed how it dealt with the new struggles arising from the coronavirus pandemic. The charity offers free and impartial advice to vulnerable citizens to help them find somewhere to live.

Members of the Highland Council approved its response to the Scottish Government's consultation on the proposals for short-term lets in Scotland. The council's response was submitted by the October 16 deadline following consultation with the chairs of the tourism and licensing committees.