News

Aberdeen house prices grew 3% in the first quarter of 2024, while semi-detached properties experienced a quarterly decline of 2.9%, according to a new report.

The Scottish Housing Regulator has revealed its roadmap for the next three years, outlining key priorities and objectives for 2024/25 onwards.

Mears Group has warned that the housing sector faces a monumental task in achieving the UK's net zero targets. The specialist housing provider has launched its inaugural decarbonisation report, shedding light on both the opportunity and the challenge ahead.

The Association for Rental Living (ARL – formerly UKAA) has appointed Iain Murray as its new chair of the ARL Scotland Hub. Mr Murray, head of operational living at Bidwells, will succeed Gillian McLees on 10 May 2024, following the living asset specialist’s two-year tenure as chair of t

Kingdom Housing Association has been shortlisted in five categories at the Scottish Home Awards.

More landlords predict Scotland will attract the most residential property investment outside of London and the South East in the next three years, according to RSM UK’s Real Estate 360 survey. Research commissioned by the audit, tax and consulting firm shows that 14% of landlords believe Scot

Woodilee Bowling Club in Kirkintilloch is celebrating a £14,000 clubhouse makeover thanks to Persimmon West Scotland and Sanctuary Scotland.

West of Scotland Housing Association (WSHA) has launched its landmark development of 90 highly energy-efficient mid-market rent homes at Dundashill, Glasgow. The launch comes the same week as the development was shortlisted for two prestigious national awards: Scottish Home Awards’ Housing Reg

Highland Council has adopted new non-statutory planning guidance on biodiversity. The revised Biodiversity Planning Guidance (BPG) was adopted by the council's economy and infrastructure committee following a 12-week public consultation.

Around 150 delegates from a range of organisations gathered at Airdrie Town hall for the launch of 'Towards a Fairer North Lanarkshire', the council’s anti-poverty strategy for 2023-26.

Glasgow has the largest imbalance between supply and demand for purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) in the UK, requiring 22,000 additional beds in order to fulfil requirements, according to Savills. Edinburgh is also experiencing a considerable shortfall needing an additional 17,000 beds to c

Scottish businesses are being urged to put their names forward to secure a spot on a new major framework worth up to £120 million over four years to support the delivery of crucial retrofitting and decarbonisation works and services. The new retrofit and decarbonisation framework extends beyon

Planning permission has been granted for a £20.3 million transformation of a former hotel in the east of Glasgow.

Bancon Group has promoted Jamie Tosh to the position of managing director for Bancon Homes and Bancon Construction. In his new position, Jamie Tosh will have responsibility for the company's leadership and development. He will spearhead the implementation of safety protocols ensuring the well-being

A housing emergency has been declared in West Dunbartonshire amid unprecedented pressures on the ability to meet the needs of those in social housing or seeking a council property.