New homelessness statistics show continued failure to meet statutory duties Last night, I dreamt that my favourite statistics writer had released a new book. Now don’t get me wrong, I’m...
How letting agents can help people stay in their homes
Letting agents can play an important role in helping vulnerable people to stay in their homes, says Gavin Corbett Across Europe private renting has been on the increase. However, the...
Flexibility, Variety and Impact – Volunteering
Throughout September we are recruiting volunteers for a range of roles. One of our Community Volunteers, Sayana, shares what motivated her to volunteer, and some of the...
Every 18 Minutes Count
A household becomes homeless every 18 minutes in Scotland. Every 18 minutes. This is less time than it takes to bake a cake, or walk a mile, or watch an...
Scottish Empty Homes Awards – nominations now open
It seems almost rude to start thinking about autumn already, but as I type this the annual Scottish Empty Homes Conference is rapidly approaching, less than three months away now. And as...
Are you with us? The campaign for housing rights in Scotland
This week, Shelter Scotland launched a new campaign for housing rights in Scotland, including the launch of a public petition to embed the human right to housing fully in Scottish law...