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One of Scotland’s largest transfers of property to the community has been approved at a meeting of Falkirk Council last week. A total of 32 properties have been recommended for Community Asset Transfer where community representatives take over the running of the property.

A yellow campervan is taking to the road as part of a mission to gather first-hand stories from communities across Scotland which have successfully taken control of land. Community Land Scotland (CLS) is leading the project which forms part of the 100 years of community ownership project.

Changes to Council Tax charges on second homes throughout the Scottish Borders have been approved.

A hard-hitting report published today has outlined five key priorities to radically improve support for women facing homelessness, addiction and involvement with the criminal justice system in the UK.

Customers of Wheatley Care have received extra support thanks to donations from kind-hearted contractors and suppliers. Donations worth £4000 were organised by Wheatley Foundation, which is also part of Wheatley Group.

In an era where the social housing and property sector as whole faces more pressure and greater challenges, it requires staff that can help perform under high pressure situations and deliver excellent service to customer. Attracting and retaining top-tier talent is a challenge for most sectors and

Kingsridge Cleddans Housing Association has appointed Daniel Wilson as its new director, effective from 4 March 2024. The interview panel unanimously agreed that Mr Wilson possesses all the desired skills and attributes required to lead the organisation forward in achieving its values and objec

Clyde Valley Housing Association (CVHA) recently hosted its eagerly anticipated Celebration of Success event under the theme "Sparkle and Shine”.

The Scottish Government has been ignoring warnings on the severity of the housing emergency for more than a year, MSPs were told yesterday. Speaking at the meeting of the Scottish Parliament’s Social Justice and Social Security Committee, Shelter Scotland assistant director Gordon MacRae said

An appeal against Angus Council's decision to refuse plans for 159 new homes in Forfar has been rejected by the Scottish Government.

Glasgow City Council's chief executive Annemarie O'Donnell is to leave the local authority later this year. Annemarie has told council leader Susan Aitken that she will step down in May, after almost a decade in post and more than 30 years in local government in Glasgow.

A planning application has been submitted in principle to redevelop the 2 Sisters chicken factory in Coupar Angus.

Midlothian Council has partnered with the charity Rock Trust to better support young people with housing issues.

Scottish Housing News’ new Charity Spotlight feature will highlight the vital work of charities across Scotland each Friday. To feature your local charity, whether housing-related or not, send your story and images to us at newsdesk@scottishnews.com. Scottish charity Canine Concern Scotla

A report outlining proposals for a significant investment in Falkirk Council’s housing stock was agreed at this week's full council meeting.