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.
Written Evidence from Shelter Scotland at Stage 1 of the Private Rented Sector (Scotland) Bill
Written evidence from Shelter Scotland at Stage 1 of the Private Rented Sector (Scotland) Bill
Published: 30 November 2010
Housing and the Budget 2011-12: Initial response from Shelter Scotland
Inital briefing by Shelter Scotland on the cuts to the Scottish Government housing and regeneration budget for 2011-12.
Published: 30 November 2010
Briefing for Stage Three debate of the Housing (Scotland) Bill
Briefing for Stage 3 debate of the Housing (Scotland) Bill on 3 November 2010
Published: 30 November 2010
Better support for homeless people in the Housing Bill
The current Housing (Scotland) Bill is a major opportunity to strengthen the way that homeless people who need support are assessed and provided with appropriate services.
Published: 30 November 2010
Consultation response: Social Housing Allocations: A Practice Guide
Shelter Scotland welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Scottish Government’s consultation on the revised Social Housing Allocations Guidance.
Published: 30 November 2010
Consultation Response 'Housing: Fresh Thinking, New Ideas'
Shelter Scotland's response to the Scottish Government's Housing Discussion Paper 'Housing: Fresh Thinking, New Ideas'/
Published: 30 September 2010
Furniture for the homeless: A house without furniture is not a home
Research report - Furniture for the homeless: A house without furniture is not a home
Published: 31 August 2010
Reducing eviction in the social sector
When the Scottish Government brought in new legal protection for home owners struggling to make their mortgage repayments, it was recognised that social sector tenants should also be protected against losing their homes.
Published: 31 August 2010
Briefing for Stage 1 debate of the Housing (Scotland) Bill
Shelter Scotland is calling on the Scottish Government to amend this Bill to ensure that people who are assessed as homeless have their housing support needs assessed and receive the support they require.
Published: 30 June 2010
Shelter Scotland - Councillors' newsletter 05 - May 2010
Welcome to the fifth edition of Shelter Scotland’s newsletter for local councillors. We value your contributions and feedback.
Published: 31 May 2010