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The number of people presenting as homeless in Inverclyde has gone down, official figures from the Scottish Government show. The Homelessness in Scotland: 2025-26 report details that in the 12 months from April 2025 to March 2026, the number of applications in Inverclyde fell by three per cent to 40

Bield has launched its new People Strategy 2026-2030 at its AGM in Edinburgh, setting out how it will support and develop colleagues as they work to deliver better outcomes for older people across Scotland. Shaped by Bield’s ambition, as well as feedback and aspirations from employees, the str

Highland Housing Alliance (HHA), the largest provider of mid-market rent homes (MMR) across the Highlands, has appointed Rory Mair CBE as its new chair. Rory brings more than three decades of leadership experience across Scotland’s public and third sectors. He served as chief executive of COSL

Housing secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville has urged landlords and tenants to familiarise themselves with new regulations ahead of Awaab’s Law coming into force next week. Under the Investigation and Commencement of Repair (Scotland) Regulations 2026, landlords will have strict timescales to in

Albyn Housing Society has welcomed two highly experienced new members to its board of management. Robin Jackson and Maggie Morrison were appointed to the board following approval at Albyn’s Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 22 September 2026. Their appointments bring additional expertise

The Scottish Land Commission has set out out a programme of work to "help ensure the ownership and use of land supports thriving people and places across Scotland". The Strategic Plan sets out the commission’s priorities for a significant period of change, as Scotland implements the Land Refor

Cruden Homes has started work on its new residential development at Kirkton Road in Neilston, marking a major step forward in delivering 90 new homes for the area.

Social justice and housing secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville has maintained that the Scottish Government "continues to deliver on affordable housing" despite a 25% fall in annual completions in the social sector to the lowest level since 2007.

Hillcrest has retained its prestigious 'Exemplary' ESG rating after an independent assessment recognised the organisation for its progress towards net zero and for supporting thousands of people across its areas of operation in Scotland. The 2025/26 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report,

Alumno has marked a significant milestone in the construction of its new purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development Woodlands Point on St George’s Road in Glasgow, celebrating the topping out of the six-storey, 262-bed residence. The topping out ceremony marks the completion of the

Sixteen new affordable homes at a development named Robin Currie Way in memory of Islay's long-serving councillor have been officially opened in Port Charlotte.

Roots have been planted in a new community garden by Ardenglen Housing Association. The new garden in the Castlemilk area of Glasgow takes up previously underused ground and will be managed by a team of local volunteers. The garden is adjacent to the recently reopened Hub, which is now operating as

Construction is underway on a transformative affordable housing development in the heart of Lochgelly. The project will convert the former FabTek site off Hall Street into a vibrant, sustainable community featuring 45 energy-efficient social rented homes, two retail units and 55 car parking spaces.&

The Scottish Government has called on the UK Government to take "immediate action" to end homelessness, with social justice secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville pressing on the Prime Minister's stated ambition to eradicate the crisis. In a letter addressed to work and pensions secretary Pat McFadden, M

A major new supported housing development for young people in Livingston is now complete and ready to welcome its first residents, providing high-quality accommodation and dedicated support for young people experiencing homelessness.