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February 2010

Using the private sector to meet housing need 

23 February 2010

Housing leaders discuss the potential of the private rented sector to house people who are in desperate need of a home.
New houses being built

Budget missed opportunity for homes and jobs 

3 February 2010

This year's Scottish Budget has missed an opportunity, providing nothing new for homes and nothing new for jobs.

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