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MSPs have given the Scottish Housing Regulator (SHR) one month to respond to concerns regarding its dealings with Registered Social Landlords (RSLs), directly citing allegations raised by Scottish Housing News of “heavy handed interventions” and ineffective governance.

Scotland’s Housing Network (SHN) will bid a very fond farewell to Misia Jack this month after more than eight years dedicated service to its members. As many of in the housing sector will be aware, Misia had brain surgery in September, which has been followed by further treatment.

Lockdown measures implemented as a result of the coronavirus outbreak will delay the Scottish Government’s target of building 50,000 new affordable homes, housing minister Kevin Stewart has confirmed. The delivery of 50,000 affordable homes by the end of the current parliament was a key govern

The GB-wide charity Crisis is urging organisations working in the homelessness sector to apply for funding through its emergency grants fund, launched at the end of March.

The Scottish Government’s chief planner John McNairney and minister for local government, housing and planning Kevin Stewart have issued a letter in relation to implications for Scotland's planning system as a result of the coronavirus outbreak and the resultant need for social distancing. The

Chris Dunn, partner at Brodies LLP, details the current issues facing Scottish housing associations in terms of banking and finance in the current COVID-19 climate. Amongst the multitude of issues currently facing housing associations during the COVID-19 pandemic, one focus of FDs and boards ne

Wheatley Group has provided more than 100 empty homes to local authorities as temporary accommodation for homeless people. The group announced last month that it plans to hand over void properties to councils across Scotland to house homeless people in response to the impact of the coronav

Loreburn Housing Association has taken steps to identify tenants over 70 and those who might be more vulnerable in the current COVID-19 circumstances. After implementing a Business Continuity Plan two weeks ago and moving the workforce to home working, an immediate action was taken to identify those

Elderpark Housing Association has praised the "outstanding” efforts of its own staff and of thousands of others across Scotland as they throw a lifeline to tenants everywhere. Elderpark said the housing association movement, already hugely respected within Scotland&rsq

More than 350 meals are being delivered individually to homeless people in Glasgow every day in what is believed to be the city’s largest co-ordinated mobilisation of food parcels by local charities and community groups.

Scots are being urged to show their appreciation for the work of Scotland’s vast army of social care workers who are continuing to provide vital services to older and vulnerable people during the coronavirus crisis. Housing and care provider Blackwood is promoting a campaign to shine

Volunteers from across the River Clyde Homes Group have been out on the frontline helping society’s most vulnerable as the number of confirmed coronavirus cases continue to rise. Staff from across the organisation have been working closely with Inverclyde Council to deliver essential food

The Cruden Group has responded to a call for help to provide personal protective equipment (PPE) to frontline care workers.

Social distancing guidance for businesses in Scotland has been updated to help provide clarity on protecting employees in the fight against coronavirus. The guidance provides further information for employers and makes clear that those providing essential services must follow social distancing requi

A Scandinavian-style sanctuary house for children who have been victims or witnesses of crime is set to open in Scotland next year, marking the first of its kind to open in the UK.