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The Scotland Loves Local Gift Card is continuing to help Scottish people and communities through the cost of living crisis. The life-improving impact of action to provide financial support to people when they have needed it most is being championed by charities, social enterprises and local authorit

Patrick Harvie MSP, Scottish Government Minister for Zero Carbon Buildings, Active Travel and Tenants' Rights, has underscored his commitment to low carbon, energy-efficient buildings at this week's UK Passivhaus Conference in Edinburgh.

Jill Murray BA FCIH, the newly instated president of the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH), has launched her presidential campaign, "Be EPIC", aimed at fostering professionalism and continuous learning among housing sector professionals. Be EPIC champions the elements that make competent professi

Perth and Kinross Council is poised to release its Annual Assurance Statement, affirming its adherence to all national housing regulations. This document, mandated by the Scottish Housing Regulator, underscores the council's commitment to its tenants, pinpointing areas needing enhancement.

The Aberdeen Law Project (ALP) has successfully enforced a 24-hour notice period for a vulnerable client. As a result, the landlord will no longer access the property without providing the mandatory notice to the client.

Celebrating half a century of community-driven initiatives, Trust Housing Association has marked its 50th anniversary this October.

Cruden Homes, on behalf of Scottish Borders Housing Association (SBHA), has lodged a planning application with Scottish Borders Council for the construction of 70 new homes in Jedburgh, specifically for social rent. These homes are set to occupy the previous location of Howdenburn Primary School on

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. The Scottish Government has pledged a

Edinburgh's Atik nightclub, known for its feature in Trainspotting 2 and hosting legendary bands such as Pink Floyd and The Ramones, is set to be transformed into student accommodation. After closing its doors in January, plans have been submitted to The City of Edinburgh Council by Silvermills Esta

The Scottish Housing Regulator has launched a public consultation, seeking opinions on its upcoming strategies for supervising social housing practices in Scotland. With a submission deadline set for 15 December, the initiative encourages feedback from tenants, landlords, and other stakeholders, emp

Landmark Information Group’s latest property trends report has revealed that the Scottish property market is due to follow the same trajectory as England and Wales, experiencing a slowdown as housing supply remains steady but consumer ability to buy continues to be restricted.

Kingdom Works, the Fife-based employability project operated by Kingdom Housing Association, has celebrated its 15-year anniversary while raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Barratt Homes expects to sell 3,500 fewer houses in its current financial year despite a small rise in demand for its homes in recent weeks. The firm – which is Britain's biggest homebuilder – suffered from a slow summer of home purchases due to a continued rise in mortgage rates which h

A new five-year Local Housing Strategy was approved by elected members of Falkirk Council at this week's Executive meeting which sets out a housing supply target for 2023-2028 to deliver a total of 2,600 new homes. 

An inspection of partnership support services in North Lanarkshire has resulted in a highly encouraging report for the positive difference they make to the lives of children and young people at risk of harm. The inspection evaluated the services as ‘very good’ following engagement with c