The application form, updated to make it even more user friendly to complete, can save applicants time and money as they are able to complete it and return to CHA by email.

CHA’s waiting list is open to anyone aged 16 or over. To apply for a house applicants can complete the application form on their computer, save and return to CHA by e-mail. Simply visit: www.clydebank-ha.org.uk/applying-for-a-house.

Joe Farrell, housing manager at CHA, said: “A few years ago we created an online application as more and more applicants have access to computers or devices and we want to ensure that our customers are able to easily complete an application in whatever way best suits them.”

Local applicant Mr Bland, who was among the first to complete the online application, added: “It was my first time completing the application digitally. It was short and very easy to do.”

Of course, applications are still available to complete in paper format by contacting CHA’s office on 941 1044, popping in to their office at the bottom of Kilbowie Road or by printing it from the website.