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A new annual publication with estimated take-up rates of Scottish social security benefits has been published for the first time. The report will help track progress against the Scottish Government’s Benefit Take-up Strategy which is a requirement of the 2018 Social Security (Scotland) Act.

Tenants renting a council house in Dundee could see an increase of around £2.41 a week if councillors back a consultation on the options. Members of the neighbourhood services committee have opened discussions with tenants on annual increases ranging from 3% to 3.5% or between an average

Cyclists in Dundee could soon have secure on-street storage for their bikes if a £225,000 scheme gets the green light. Councillors will be asked to approve a tender from Cyclehoop Ltd for the supply and installation of 40 storage units, including in some of the city’s most deprived areas

An ambitious five-year plan that puts the challenges and aspirations of Glasgow's people and communities at the heart of every council decision has been approved. The Glasgow City Council Strategic Plan will shape the authority's response to the cost-of-living crisis, the climate emergency and press

North Ayrshire Council is ramping up efforts to support residents through the current Cost-of-Living Crisis with the launch of a £450,000 energy crisis payment scheme. The scheme – which is now open for applications – is aiming to provide much-needed funds directly to low-income ho

Demand for online advice for people struggling to pay their mortgage soared in September, according to new data released by Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS). Their September data report shows demand increased by 287% in September 2022 from September 2021.

The Highland Council, working in partnership with Inverness City Heritage Trust, has created a free to download guide to help promote essential, regular inspection and maintenance of all traditional buildings. Throughout the Highlands there are many examples of commercial, retail, business, public a

A significant affordable housing development delivered by Cairn Housing Association and its partners Barratt has officially opened to meet local housing needs in Mora. Developed with the support of the Scottish Government and Moray Council, and in partnership with Highland Housing Alliance, the 28 h

New plans have been brought forward for the creation of 48 apartments in an area of open space next to the Clydeside Expressway in Glasgow. The proposal from development company Nixon Blue could see two new six-storey residential buildings raised at Beith Street in the Partick area.

The Scottish Housing Regulator has published a new report on its analysis of Registered Social Landlords (RSLs) annual loan portfolio returns for the period April 2021 to March 2022.

CIH Scotland has welcomed new measures which increase transparency over land ownership and use, but has raised concerns over how easy it will be for some to take advantage of these new rights. The proposed Bill has the potential to enable community groups and social landlords to take advantage of ru

Councillors in Angus are to consider a Medium-Term Budget Strategy (MTBS) this week which describes in detail the financial crisis that the local authority faces over the next three years. As well as rising inflation and energy costs, the council is affected by the rising cost of construct

The Scottish Housing Regulator has said it recognises the increased challenges faced by landlords in delivering net zero, particularly those operating in rural areas and the islands. Speaking at the Scottish Rural and Islands Conference held last week in Glencoe, the Regulator’s deputy ch

BeWell, a specialised mental health and wellbeing service that has improved the lives of 30 at-risk housing association residents and has cut eviction rates, became a finalist of the Social Value Award at this year’s GO Awards Scotland. Public sector construction framework provider Scottish Pr

Cyrenians Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution (SCCR) will hold its Event for Young People at Glasgow Science Centre tomorrow to allow Scotland's Covid generation to learn  about the 'science of conflict'. Kevin Stewart, minister for mental wellbeing and social care, will open the event