Call for action to boost social mobility in ‘marginalised’ regions
The Government has been urged to act after a report revealed a stark gap in perceived opportunities in the different regions of the UK.
Housing
New licensing schemes for Airbnb-style lets in Scotland announced
Airbnb-style short-term lets could be subject to new licensing schemes from spring next year, the Scottish Government has announced.
Johnson insists Tory housing pledge ‘deliverable’
Boris Johnson has insisted his pledge for a million more homes in the next five years is “deliverable” as he outlined Tory plans designed to “empower” renters and help first-time buyers.
Labour to build 150,000 homes yearly in council and social housing ‘revolution’
Labour is pledging to embark on a council and social housing “revolution” by constructing up to 150,000 homes a year in the biggest building programme in decades.
Tories pledge ‘at least’ a million more homes in next five years
A million more homes will be delivered in the next five years under Conservative housing plans which include measures designed to “empower” renters and help first-time buyers.
Call for human rights-based approach to housing in Scotland
Human rights legislation should aim to ensure that everyone has access to a safe and affordable home in Scotland, it has been suggested.
‘Brexit saga’ casts shadow over housing market as buyers and sellers hesitate
The “seemingly never-ending Brexit saga” continues to cast a shadow over the housing market, with flat demand from buyers and sales expectations weakening, according to surveyors.
Scotland’s £330m white elephant: Politicians urge radical reboot for desolate Maxim development on M8
When Alex Salmond opened Scotland’s biggest office park, it was meant to help drive the nation’s economy while welcoming thousands of workers to the imposing glass blocks.
Disabled people facing longer waits for suitable homes, new figures suggest
The number of disabled people on housing waiting lists has risen by almost 80% in the last two years, new research suggests.
Survey finds 75% of Scots back limits on rent charges
Three-quarters of Scots support the introduction of limits on how much private landlords can charge in rent, according to a survey.
No-deal Brexit could damage Scotland’s housing sector, minister warns
A no-deal Brexit could cause serious problems for Scotland’s housing sector, the housing minister has warned.