2011

The Big Knit returns! 
26 October 2011
Knitted blanket squares and designer hats from all over the world will once again feature at the heart of The Big Knit – a wild and woolly fundraising event at the renowned Perthshire Amber Festival.
Winter warning 
13 October 2011
We are urging homeowners and tenants across Scotland not to cut corners on insurance and to carry out a winter health check on their home before it’s too late.
New powers to access information on empty homes 
7 October 2011
New powers to help local authorities bring some of Scotland’s 23,000 empty homes back in to use come into force today (7 October 2011).
Drop in right-to-buy sales welcomed 
4 October 2011
Our Director, Graeme Brown, comments on new analysis of national housing statistics showing a 50% drop in right-to-buy sales over the last two years.
Help for homeowners becoming landlords 
29 September 2011
Help is at hand for homeowners across Scotland thinking about renting out a spare room following the launch of our online advice service, including a free lodger agreement to download.
Buzzing from social media award nomination 
29 September 2011
Our innovative social networking campaign on Foursquare has been recognised with a nomination in the 2011 Social Buzz Awards.
Scottish Government release real figures on waiting lists 
7 September 2011
The Scottish Government have revealed the true figure of over 156,000 households across Scotland on waiting lists for a home – not the 123,000 figure released last week.Housing manifesto first big test for SNP Government 
6 September 2011
The SNP Government’s manifesto commitment on affordable housing is set to be its first big failure unless there is a radical rethink of spending priorities.
Many councils unprepared for 2012 commitment 
6 September 2011
Too many local authorities are still not well enough prepared to deliver Scotland’s historic reforms to give every homeless person the right to a home from 2012.
Sold out fundraiser show is a total lolfest! 
23 August 2011
Our sell-out show at Summerhall during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe had the crowds laughing and raised £1,300.Previous Next
