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A housing development on the north‑west edge of Kilmarnock is expected to move forward this week, with East Ayrshire Council planners recommending approval in principle for up to 260 new homes. The application, lodged by Hallam Land Management, covers a 10.4‑hectare grazing site at Buntonhill, F

Melville Housing Association has been recognised as one of the first organisations in Scotland to achieve the newly launched Flexible Workplace Accreditation - building on its trailblazing move to introduce a four-day working week for all staff, with no loss of pay.

Glasgow City Council has paved the way for a rundown building in Trongate to be demolished and replaced by almost 100 studios for students. Permission has been granted for a facade retention scheme at the B-listed building from 137-143 Trongate, which is set to be extended upwards, while 151 Trongat

A major new mixed‑use district accommodating up to 20,000 people is being proposed for Edinburgh BioQuarter, with plans now submitted to the city council.

East Dunbartonshire Council’s plans for a new housing development in Kirkintilloch have taken a step forward with unanimous approval from the planning board.

Gatehouse of Fleet has marked a major milestone in its long-running effort to tackle local housing pressures after completing a community buyout of the former Woodside Garage site.

A bid to build new homes on protected green belt land in Barrhead is expected to be rejected this week. Ramzan Properties is seeking permission in principle from East Renfrewshire Council to develop a site north‑east of Dubbs Road, opposite Cowan Park. The firm wants to deliver five “high‑

Winchburgh Marina will play host to accessible and affordable lessons in paddleboarding and kayaking for children and adults after organisations teamed together to subsidise active opportunities for the local community. Winchburgh Community Development Trust (WCDT) will deliver sessions in Scotland&

New evidence from Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS) paints a stark picture of a housing system under severe strain, with rising numbers of people seeking help for homelessness, damp and mould, and unexpected housing costs.

Work has started to deliver 142 new homes in Hamilton.

Cairn Housing Association has helped tenants secure more than £1.4 million in additional income over the past year through its dedicated welfare benefits service. Over the last financial year, Cairn’s team of welfare benefits advisors supported 442 tenants to access a total of £1,4

Communities across Scotland could benefit by £500 million per year if politicians and the renewables industry begin preparing now for a Scottish Community Wealth Fund. 

Local authorities in England are receiving extra funding, training and guidance needed to fulfil their new duties ahead of new protections for tenants kicking in next month.

Cala’s proposals for a new residential development in Erskine have taken a significant step forward, with Renfrewshire Council confirming it is “minded to grant” approval for the plans. The development, to be known as Blyth Gardens, will provide a high-quality mix of 57 private hom

The illumination of Perth Bridge will form part of VisionPK’s celebration of 160 years of service.