Covid-19

Lintel Trust is calling on all housing heroes to take part in the 2.6 Challenge, which aims to help charities that are struggling with a loss of fundraising income due to the coronavirus pandemic.

A £100 million package of additional grant support for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) and newly self-employed people is now open for applications.

Over 1,000 West Dunbartonshire residents have received support from a service introduced by West Dunbartonshire Council to help vulnerable people during the current coronavirus pandemic.  Since its launch, 1,142 residents have received practical assistance from the crisis support service.

Foodbanks across the Perth and Kinross region are appealing for donations as demand for their service is rising.

Holyrood’s local government and communities committee has written to the Scottish Government regarding its response to COVID-19 and how it has impacted on issues such as homelessness, housebuilding, energy efficiency and short-term lets. In the letter, committee convenor James Dornan MSP asks

Housebuilders should be given the green light to return to work safely in Scotland, according to Scottish Conservative leader Jackson Carlaw.

Argyll Community Housing Association (ACHA) has delivered a van of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to the Lorn & Isles Hospital in Oban to be distributed throughout Argyll and Bute to meet Health Board priorities during the coronavirus pandemic.

Queens Cross Housing Association has hailed the work of its handyperson service team during the coronavirus pandemic.

The Highland Council is preparing for a budget gap of over £80 million within the current financial year due to the impact of the coronavirus crisis. All members received an update yesterday on the budget situation as part of their regular briefing sessions.

The outbreak of COVID-19 has increased income concerns for over 40% of Scots, according to a new poll for Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS).

Partners from across the public sector have been praising the Grampian Assistance Hub which was established last month to help people in need throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

Aberdeen City Council is working with community partners to raise awareness of sources of help for people affected by domestic abuse during the current COVID-19 pandemic lockdown.

Garden sheds manufacturer Shedman has delivered 70 small shopping sheds entirely free of charge to vulnerable individuals and families throughout Greater Glasgow.

Muirhouse Housing Association has hosted a rainbow competition Drawing Competition to show its support and appreciation for front line staff working during this difficult time. The winners were given an Easter Egg for their drawings.

Scotland’s Housing Network private sector housing officer Jim Hayton discusses the resources available for people living in flats during the coronavirus lockdown. Dealing with the pressures of coronavirus and the need to remain at home most of the day is difficult enough if you live in a detac