Opinion

Shelter Scotland's Ndaye Lisa Badji-Churchill responds to statistics which reveal that Black People and People of Colour (BPoC) in Scotland are at the sharp end of the housing emergency.

Prof Kenneth Gibb outlines how CaCHE research played a key role in shaping Northern Ireland’s new intermediate rental tenure—offering affordable options for those priced out of homeownership and market rent. During the Covid-19 lockdowns, CaCHE undertook a research project that play

With question marks hanging over the Scottish Government's Heat in Buildings Bill, CIH Scotland’s policy and practice manager Ashley Campbell explores the purpose of the legislation and why it’s so needed. Towards the very end of a debate on supporting households with cost of living pres

Robert Ogg, MD at Akela Construction, outlines how the lure of green jobs in the north east could entice skilled workers away from the central belt, potentially leaving much-needed infrastructure projects in limbo. As we look towards 2030 and beyond, Scotland's energy infrastructure is poised for a

Major Will Pearson, who is also a GP, argues that while the number of suspected drug deaths in Scotland has decreased, much more action is required to tackle the issue. “Would you like temporary accommodation or help to get your own place?” Surely the answer is both. It’s the same

Aoife Deery from Citizens Advice Scotland explores how progress is being made but more needs to be done to provide a rented sector that people deserve in Scotland. It’s hard to believe that less than 50 years ago in Scotland, if you found yourself living in poor conditions or worse, homeless,

The Additional Dwelling Supplement rise is another blow to Scottish landlords, but opportunities remain in a sector which can bring rich rewards, argues Riccardo Giovanacci. The Scottish Government had another thoughtful Christmas present for landlords in the Private Rental Sector (PRS) in Dece

Jimmy Black gets some sage advice from Martin Wilkie-McFarlane, and hears how regulation was ultimately a positive experience for Wellhouse Housing Association.

Communications specialist Chris Fairbairn highlights why a public and proactive approach is essential for housing associations as they tackle ongoing financial pressures. With their budgets tightening into a vice-like grip, governments and councils continue to scrutinise spending in search of cuts.&

Devrim Kilinc, an LGBTQ+ case worker at Stonewall Housing, says LGBTQ+ History Month is a time to celebrate progress & highlight ongoing struggles.

As New Homes Week brings home ownership to the forefront of attention, Ash Sheikh of Muir Homes examines how increased consumer confidence is bringing first-time buyers back to the market with fresh new demands. February has shone a bright spotlight on home ownership. We saw the Bank of England cut

Paul Willis, Professor in Social Care at Cardiff University and director of CARE – the Centre for Adult Social Care Research in Wales, highlights the activism of older generations in fighting for LGBT+ rights.  This month is LGBT+ History Month, and the theme is activism and social change

LGBTQ+ people face alarmingly high rates of homelessness, yet many avoid seeking help due to mistrust, discrimination, and a lack of inclusive services. This blog from Dr Edith England and Dr Neil Turnbull explores the barriers LGBTQ+ individuals encounter when accessing support, the systemic gaps

Surveyor Calum Allmond believes that while it is good news that domestic and non-domestic Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are both set to be revised, full alignment with UK measurement goes unaddressed. Scottish Government plans to reform Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) by late 2026 ha

Jimmy Black digs into the Scottish Land Commission’s new report, Community Land Scotland’s “Right to Live” and living on Solid Ground.