Policy library

In this library you will find our latest policy reports, briefings, consultation responses, evidence for Scottish Parliament committees etc. This policy work underpins all of our advocacy and influencing activity to bring about change.

Shelter Impact Report 2018-2019

This report summarises and analyses the work and impact of Shelter and Shelter Scotland in 2018/19.

Published: 31 January 2020

Shelter Impact Report 2018-2019

SNAP 2: Proposal for Scotland’s second National Action Plan for Human Rights consultation

This document consists of Shelter Scotland's response to the proposed draft document of Scotland's second National Action Plan for Human Rights.

Published: 31 December 2019

SNAP 2: Proposal for Scotland’s second National Action Plan for Human Rights consultation

Shelter Scotland's response to Edinburgh Poverty Commission's call for evidence: 'Places'

Shelter Scotland welcomes the opportunity to respond to the third and final phase of the Edinburgh Poverty Commission. This response sets out Shelter Scotland's views on poverty and wellbeing in Edinburgh, and how issues such as housing supply, affordability, homelessness and temporary accommodation contribute to poverty, and how we can tackle these issues.

Published: 31 December 2019

Shelter Scotland's response to Edinburgh Poverty Commission's call for evidence: 'Places'

Are you with us campaign update December 2019

This briefing for politicians summarises what we have achieved so far with the Are You With Us? campaign, including what support we have secured to strengthen the human right to housing in Scotland from across the political spectrum, from the public, and from organisations.

Published: 31 December 2019

Are you with us campaign update December 2019