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Did you know that almost 1000 Scottish leaders from the public, private, and voluntary sectors have already taken part in a Charity Leadership Scotland Leadership Exchange?
Charity Spotlight: Charity leadership exchange programme launched
Did you know that almost 1000 Scottish leaders from the public, private, and voluntary sectors have already taken part in a Charity Leadership Scotland Leadership Exchange?
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February 6, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Did you know that almost 1000 Scottish leaders from the public, private, and voluntary sectors have already taken part in a Charity Leadership Scotland Leadership Exchange?
Organisations with proposals to bring vacant and derelict land in Glasgow back into productive use are now invited to apply for funding through the Scottish Government’s Vacant and Derelict Land Fund.
Glasgow invites applications for vacant and derelict land fund
Organisations with proposals to bring vacant and derelict land in Glasgow back into productive use are now invited to apply for funding through the Scottish Government’s Vacant and Derelict Land Fund.
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February 6, 2026 at 9:55 AM
Organisations with proposals to bring vacant and derelict land in Glasgow back into productive use are now invited to apply for funding through the Scottish Government’s Vacant and Derelict Land Fund.
The retrofit challenges facing Scotland’s private rented sector are the subject of a new research paper from The University of Edinburgh.
PRS retrofit challenges and attitudes explored in new research paper
The retrofit challenges facing Scotland’s private rented sector are the subject of a new research paper from The University of Edinburgh.
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February 6, 2026 at 9:50 AM
The retrofit challenges facing Scotland’s private rented sector are the subject of a new research paper from The University of Edinburgh.
Plans to deliver four new affordable houses in Dunfermline have taken a step forward.
More affordable homes to be created at Masterton
Plans to deliver four new affordable houses in Dunfermline have taken a step forward.
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February 6, 2026 at 9:42 AM
Plans to deliver four new affordable houses in Dunfermline have taken a step forward.
Housing secretary Màiri McAllan has called on the UK Government to reverse its decision to extend the freeze on Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates, warning that the policy is driving homelessness, worsening child poverty and placing unsustainable pressure on councils.
McAllan urges UK Government to unfreeze Local Housing Allowance amid poverty fears
Housing secretary Màiri McAllan has called on the UK Government to reverse its decision to extend the freeze on Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates, warning that the policy is driving homelessness, worsening child poverty and placing unsustainable pressure on councils.
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February 6, 2026 at 9:39 AM
Housing secretary Màiri McAllan has called on the UK Government to reverse its decision to extend the freeze on Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates, warning that the policy is driving homelessness, worsening child poverty and placing unsustainable pressure on councils.
Perth & Kinross Council is encouraging residents to take part in a major survey that will help shape the future housing provision across the area.
Housing Need and Demand Survey launched in Perth & Kinross
Perth & Kinross Council is encouraging residents to take part in a major survey that will help shape the future housing provision across the area.
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February 6, 2026 at 9:33 AM
Perth & Kinross Council is encouraging residents to take part in a major survey that will help shape the future housing provision across the area.
After regulations were laid in the Scottish Parliament to exempt mid-market and build-to-rent properties from rent control proposals, Craig Sanderson has his say.
Craig Sanderson: Build to rent should not be exempt from rent control
After regulations were laid in the Scottish Parliament to exempt mid-market and build-to-rent properties from rent control proposals, Craig Sanderson has his say.
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February 6, 2026 at 9:26 AM
After regulations were laid in the Scottish Parliament to exempt mid-market and build-to-rent properties from rent control proposals, Craig Sanderson has his say.
Nicola Woodward, senior director and head of the Edinburgh office at Lichfields, examines how current housing policy in Scotland, and the growing number of out-of-date local development plans, are affecting housing delivery.
Nicola Woodward: Scotland’s housing emergency cannot be solved without fixing planning policy
Nicola Woodward, senior director and head of the Edinburgh office at Lichfields, examines how current housing policy in Scotland, and the growing number of out-of-date local development plans, are affecting housing delivery.
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February 6, 2026 at 9:05 AM
Nicola Woodward, senior director and head of the Edinburgh office at Lichfields, examines how current housing policy in Scotland, and the growing number of out-of-date local development plans, are affecting housing delivery.
The Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region Deal has delivered investment across housing, transport, innovation, culture, and skills and employment from Fife to the Scottish Borders since its inception.
Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region Deal delivering at halfway point
The Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region Deal has delivered investment across housing, transport, innovation, culture, and skills and employment from Fife to the Scottish Borders since its inception.
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February 6, 2026 at 8:46 AM
The Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region Deal has delivered investment across housing, transport, innovation, culture, and skills and employment from Fife to the Scottish Borders since its inception.
Four Ayrshire-based housing associations have commissioned Sacro’s Scottish Community Mediation Centre (SCMC) to provide mediation training to staff to enable them to better resolve conflict among residents.
Housing associations to offer mediation to resolve resident conflict
Four Ayrshire-based housing associations have commissioned Sacro’s Scottish Community Mediation Centre (SCMC) to provide mediation training to staff to enable them to better resolve conflict among residents.
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February 6, 2026 at 8:32 AM
Four Ayrshire-based housing associations have commissioned Sacro’s Scottish Community Mediation Centre (SCMC) to provide mediation training to staff to enable them to better resolve conflict among residents.
Views are being sought on measures to speed up the delivery of new homes as part of the Scottish Government’s response to the housing emergency.
Government consults on new measures to accelerate home building
Views are being sought on measures to speed up the delivery of new homes as part of the Scottish Government’s response to the housing emergency.
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February 6, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Views are being sought on measures to speed up the delivery of new homes as part of the Scottish Government’s response to the housing emergency.
A proposal to transform one of Paisley town centre’s best‑known buildings into new homes has been submitted to Renfrewshire Council.
Plans lodged to convert landmark Paisley building into flats
A proposal to transform one of Paisley town centre’s best‑known buildings into new homes has been submitted to Renfrewshire Council.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:39 AM
A proposal to transform one of Paisley town centre’s best‑known buildings into new homes has been submitted to Renfrewshire Council.
The leader of North Lanarkshire Council has warned that the Scottish Government’s 2026/27 budget will place further strain on already stretched social care services.
Budget ‘risks deepening social care pressures’ in North Lanarkshire
The leader of North Lanarkshire Council has warned that the Scottish Government’s 2026/27 budget will place further strain on already stretched social care services.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:34 AM
The leader of North Lanarkshire Council has warned that the Scottish Government’s 2026/27 budget will place further strain on already stretched social care services.
Dundee native and award-winning actor Brian Cox is joining calls for Dundee to formally declare a housing emergency.
Brian Cox joins call for Dundee to declare housing emergency
Dundee native and award-winning actor Brian Cox is joining calls for Dundee to formally declare a housing emergency.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:27 AM
Dundee native and award-winning actor Brian Cox is joining calls for Dundee to formally declare a housing emergency.
Over 1.5 million winter heating payments, including more than a million payments to older people, have been made so far this winter.
Winter heating payments top 1.5 million
Over 1.5 million winter heating payments, including more than a million payments to older people, have been made so far this winter.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:23 AM
Over 1.5 million winter heating payments, including more than a million payments to older people, have been made so far this winter.
Principal contractor Balfour Beatty has submitted a planning application for a temporary workforce accommodation village in Stornoway to support construction of the Lewis Hub for SSEN Transmission while protecting local housing, services, and the tourism economy.
Plans submitted for Stornoway temporary accommodation village
Principal contractor Balfour Beatty has submitted a planning application for a temporary workforce accommodation village in Stornoway to support construction of the Lewis Hub for SSEN Transmission while protecting local housing, services, and the tourism economy.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:20 AM
Principal contractor Balfour Beatty has submitted a planning application for a temporary workforce accommodation village in Stornoway to support construction of the Lewis Hub for SSEN Transmission while protecting local housing, services, and the tourism economy.
Scotland’s land ownership has been transformed over the past two centuries. New guidance on the Scottish Government’s land reform mapping tool highlights how communities can begin navigating today’s legal framework, writes Ameeta Panesar.
Ameeta Panesar: Who owns Scotland? From Robert Burns to the age of community land rights
Scotland’s land ownership has been transformed over the past two centuries. New guidance on the Scottish Government’s land reform mapping tool highlights how communities can begin navigating today’s legal framework, writes Ameeta Panesar.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:11 AM
Scotland’s land ownership has been transformed over the past two centuries. New guidance on the Scottish Government’s land reform mapping tool highlights how communities can begin navigating today’s legal framework, writes Ameeta Panesar.
An Aberdeen sheriff has refused an appeal by a property owner against a decision not to award him a short-term let licence after it concluded following a single objection to the application from a neighbour that there was the potential for public nuisance if the licence was granted.
Sheriff upholds council’s rejection of short-term let licence
An Aberdeen sheriff has refused an appeal by a property owner against a decision not to award him a short-term let licence after it concluded following a single objection to the application from a neighbour that there was the potential for public nuisance if the licence was granted.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:09 AM
An Aberdeen sheriff has refused an appeal by a property owner against a decision not to award him a short-term let licence after it concluded following a single objection to the application from a neighbour that there was the potential for public nuisance if the licence was granted.
Customers across Edinburgh and West Lothian are continuing to benefit from Wheatley Homes’ £21.7 million investment programme, with hundreds of homes set to receive improvements over the next two years.
Investment brings upgrades for Wheatley customers
Customers across Edinburgh and West Lothian are continuing to benefit from Wheatley Homes’ £21.7 million investment programme, with hundreds of homes set to receive improvements over the next two years.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:07 AM
Customers across Edinburgh and West Lothian are continuing to benefit from Wheatley Homes’ £21.7 million investment programme, with hundreds of homes set to receive improvements over the next two years.
North Ayrshire Provost Anthea Dickson has helped to mark the success of a £48 million flood protection scheme by unveiling a plaque at the site.
Plaque unveiled to mark success of Cumbrae flood protection scheme
North Ayrshire Provost Anthea Dickson has helped to mark the success of a £48 million flood protection scheme by unveiling a plaque at the site.
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February 5, 2026 at 9:53 AM
North Ayrshire Provost Anthea Dickson has helped to mark the success of a £48 million flood protection scheme by unveiling a plaque at the site.
A special event to mark Lar Housing Trust’s 10th anniversary was held at its Meadow House development in Prestonpans.
Event marks Lar Housing Trust’s 10th anniversary
A special event to mark Lar Housing Trust’s 10th anniversary was held at its Meadow House development in Prestonpans.
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February 5, 2026 at 9:39 AM
A special event to mark Lar Housing Trust’s 10th anniversary was held at its Meadow House development in Prestonpans.
Ahead of the elections to the Scottish Parliament on 7 May, the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has published its policy manifesto, offering an agenda for the built environment that reverses a cycle of decline and puts design at the heart of Scotland’s communities.
RIAS manifesto calls for stable investment and planning reform
Ahead of the elections to the Scottish Parliament on 7 May, the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has published its policy manifesto, offering an agenda for the built environment that reverses a cycle of decline and puts design at the heart of Scotland’s communities.
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February 5, 2026 at 8:15 AM
Ahead of the elections to the Scottish Parliament on 7 May, the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has published its policy manifesto, offering an agenda for the built environment that reverses a cycle of decline and puts design at the heart of Scotland’s communities.
Share is excited to announce the return of its Young Housing Professionals’ Conference on 19th March 2026 at the Clayton Hotel, Glasgow. #sponsored
Share’s Young Housing Professionals’ Conference to return in March
Share is excited to announce the return of its Young Housing Professionals’ Conference on 19th March 2026 at the Clayton Hotel, Glasgow.
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February 5, 2026 at 8:06 AM
Share is excited to announce the return of its Young Housing Professionals’ Conference on 19th March 2026 at the Clayton Hotel, Glasgow. #sponsored
Elderpark Housing is seeking new Committee Members
Committee Members - Elderpark Housing
Find the latest housing association jobs and vacancies in the Scottish housing sector on the Scottish Housing News website.
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February 5, 2026 at 7:49 AM
Elderpark Housing is seeking new Committee Members
Robertson Partnership Homes (RPH) has appointed its new board, strengthening the business as it continues to support the delivery of high-quality, sustainable, affordable housing across Scotland.
Robertson Partnership Homes unveils new board
Robertson Partnership Homes (RPH) has appointed its new board, strengthening the business as it continues to support the delivery of high-quality, sustainable, affordable housing across Scotland.
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February 4, 2026 at 10:27 AM
Robertson Partnership Homes (RPH) has appointed its new board, strengthening the business as it continues to support the delivery of high-quality, sustainable, affordable housing across Scotland.