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New council housing will be built on the site of Carnoustie’s former Kinloch Primary School after councillors approved a development of 11 one and two-bedroom houses on the Links Avenue site. Angus Council’s development standards committee was presented with more than 40 representations

The next steps for a proposed scheme intended to reduce flood risk for up to 3,200 homes in the Musselburgh area will be considered by councillors next week. A report being presented to a full meeting of East Lothian Council on Tuesday sets out the history of flooding in Musselburgh, which is projec

Moray Council has unveiled the next phase of its Transformation Strategy, aimed at reshaping how services are delivered and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.  

Perth & Kinross Council’s Housing Service is set to publish its Annual Assurance Statement, confirming to tenants that it is meeting national regulations and requirements. The Housing Service is responsible for delivering high-quality services for all tenants and other customers. The state

Councillors will be asked to approve Falkirk Council’s next five-year financial strategy that seeks to bring a balanced position to its finances going forward next month. 

Housing association tenants across Scotland are now living in warmer homes and enjoying lower bills, thanks to the success of four of renewable heat projects managed by Warmworks. The projects – delivered in partnership with Langstane Housing Association, Waverley Housing, West of Scotland Hou

The official opening of the Next Steps Hub at Fisherrow Centre took place on Friday, 19 September, marking a major milestone in inclusive community support for young adults with additional needs. Co-designed with participants and rooted in community life, Next Steps, operated by Teens+ offers a pion

Social landlords have made significant progress in reducing empty properties with the number of homes available to let in July falling to the lowest level since monthly records began, according to Housemark’s latest Pulse survey.

Rigid deadlines for improving the energy efficiency of rental homes risk worsening Scotland’s housing crisis by reducing the supply of properties available to rent, the Scottish Property Federation (SPF) has warned. Under current Scottish Government proposals, all rental homes must achieve an

Energy charity ALIenergy is calling on the UK Government to back the introduction of targeted social energy tariffs to curb the "fuel poverty emergency" ahead of the energy price cap rising again next week. The most recent fuel poverty statistics from the 2023 Scottish House Condition Survey display

Argyll and Bute Council has approved additional funding for three key projects as part of its action to tackle the region's housing emergency. Councillors have approved the allocation of Strategic Housing Funding (SHF) to projects aimed at improving the availability of housing in communities wh

Share brought together housing professionals from across the sector this week for a landmark event with the Scottish Housing Regulator (SHR). The sold-out event on Wednesday at the Leonardo Royal Hotel created a unique opportunity to hear directly from the Regulator and explore vital themes shaping

Perth & Kinross Council will work to deliver over 1,000 new affordable houses across the area over the next five years, under a plan to be considered by councillors. The Strategic Housing Investment Plan (SHIP) for 2026/27 – 2030/31 sets out the investment priorities of the council and its

A major new report is to be launched next week that calls for bold action on housing to secure long-term economic growth and reduce inequality across Scotland. Commissioned by the David Hume Institute and authored by global expert Professor Duncan Maclennan CBE, the in-depth report draws on intervie

Williamsburgh Housing Association used its AGM to say a heartfelt goodbye to someone who’s been at the heart of its work for nearly two decades — Margaret Symons. For 19 years, Margaret gave her time, energy, and wisdom to Williamsburgh's management and sub-committees, always showing up