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The next phase of regeneration of the emerging Dundashill neighbourhood in Glasgow has been unlocked thanks to a strategic land deal agreed between BIGG Regeneration and Scottish Canals.

A £26 million housing development in Dundee has been delayed for a fire safety inspection relating to a product used during the construction of the homes.

LinkLiving, the Scottish charity that supports people affected by trauma and/or disadvantage as part of the Link group of companies, is rolling out its trauma skilled practice training to frontline workers across Scotland. The training programme has been introduced in recognition of the growing need

Michael Tornow, senior health improvement officer with Public Health Scotland (PHS), introduces ‘Healthy Housing for Scotland’ – a briefing paper published by PHS which outlines evidence for how housing impacts on health and wellbeing and makes recommendations for further res

Business minister Ivan McKee has called for businesses to consider how they can ramp up the manufacturing of construction materials in Scotland. As a result of a global shortage of materials, caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the Scottish Government has been working with businesses to explore how

Restoration work on the 17th century Leslie House near Glenrothes is set to begin after plans were approved last year.

The first of two papers looking at ‘Health and Wellbeing in the private rented sector’ has been published by the UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence (CaCHE) exploring the relationship between living in the private rented sector and subjective wellbeing. Report authors Jenni

Housebuilder Gordon Powell has said he will push on with 20-year-old housing plans for Fife if his firm’s revisions are not approved by MSPs. Mr Powell, who is the chief executive of Raith Homes, said he will have “no option” but to proceed with the outdated blueprint for Ladybank

Plans to build six new flats in St Andrews have been refused on appeal as concerns were voiced that they would “damage” a conservation area. The Scottish Government planning appeals division said Eastacre Development’s proposal for a block on Doubledykes Road would “imbalance

GHA is behind newly submitted plans to create 48 homes for mid-market rent at Milton in north Glasgow.

The keys to 12 new flats in Pitlochry from Caledonia Housing Association have now been given to tenants. The development at Elm Court, off Atholl Road, consists of two three-storey buildings that host a total of 12 two-bedroom flats for affordable rent. All 12 flats are now occupied.

Wellhouse Housing Association (WHA) is providing much-needed support to tenants who are struggling to meet increased fuel bills as a result of COVID. Research has found that the increased time spent at home during lockdown has seen most people facing higher gas and electricity bills, and the co

National Housing and Dementia Forum co-chairs Ashley Campbell and Lesley Palmer detail the outcomes from the Forum's first evidence session and meeting.

Procurement solutions provider Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) has expanded its Livingston-based team to increase the added value support provided to partners. (from left) Lynsay Logan, Daniella Bryans and Heather O’Donnell

Plans have been submitted to Glasgow City Council for a care and supported living development in the north east of the city.