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The UK Government has missed an opportunity to regulate embodied carbon to meet its net zero legal commitments, according to the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE).

The Scottish Trade Union Congress (STUC) has become the latest organisation to make a housing emergency declaration. The motion at the trade union body’s annual congress this week highlights the shortage of social housing, the out-of-control cost of rent in the private sector, and th

A detailed VAT checklist tailored specifically for home improvers undertaking self-build and some conversion projects, which can include home office facilities, has been launched by Scottish accountancy firm Henderson Loggie. The comprehensive guide, curated by the firm's tax experts, is d

Cruden Homes is bringing 37 new homes to a growing family friendly community at Hawkhead, situated on the edge of Scotland’s largest town in Paisley.

Bancon Homes has secured the purchase of land which will see them bring a further 51 new homes to the area.

Councillors have approved plans to increase public involvement in setting Aberdeen City Council’s future spending plans. The report on the lessons learned from the application of the council’s Budget Protocol during last year’s public consultation also recommended the development o

Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS) has unlocked a total of £3 million for winter energy clients. CABs saw a large increase in demand for advice around fuel vouchers and emergency credit for prepayment meters last winter, new data published today reveals.

Pensioners in five Scottish local authorities will be the first in the country eligible for a new disability benefit, subject to parliamentary approval of regulations. From 21 October, Pension Age Disability Payment – the replacement for Attendance Allowance - will be piloted in Argyll & B

Tenants of Grampian Housing Association are happy to be receiving the keys and moving into their new energy efficient homes in the Findrassie area of Elgin.

The average price of a property in Scotland in February 2024 was £188,000, an increase of 5.6% when compared to February 2023, the latest provisional statistics from the UK House Price Index (HPI) have shown.

Hadden Group has secured a £1.9 million design & build contract to deliver ten much needed affordable homes for rent in Newtyle for Abertay Housing Association.

Scottish Borders Housing Association proudly opened its doors to guests for an exclusive tour of its latest residential development in Kelso’s town centre.

Four new board members have been appointed to the WISH Scotland board. Leza Lafferty, learning development officer at Scotland’s Housing Network, has a career in housing spanning more than 30 years. She has held roles at Glasgow City Council, Easthall Park Housing Co-operative, and TPAS Scotla

A growing community of social enterprises in Govanhill is supporting residents with access to lifeline services on their doorstep, thanks to an initiative that aims to bring in third-sector organisations through affordable offices and commercial units.

The latest phase of new homes at Chapelton, Aberdeenshire’s vibrant new town, has been unveiled by Places for People.