People move in and out of properties every day. More often than not, the beginning and ending of tenancies go without any major problems – and words like ‘eviction’ never come...
His name was Peter
It has recently been suggested that we stop saying “homelessness can happen to anyone” because it somehow obscures the real risk factors and prevents those in power from tackling big...
Energy efficiency in privately rented homes: you talked, we listened
In June 2017 we gathered the views of over 200 private tenants on the Scottish Government’s proposal to introduce a minimum energy efficiency standard for private rented homes, after...
Housing emergency? The new online tool for those who need help fast
We’re thrilled to announce that our ‘I need help’ button is about to go from idea to reality! Ahead of its launch, we wanted to tell you more about how this tool...
A safe home for everyone
The recent fire at Grenfell Tower in west London was a tragedy that has devastated the lives of local residents and the wider community. It was a stark reminder that the campaign to ensure...
Tenants! Feeling Flush? 7 things the Crown can buy with your unclaimed deposits
It’s always a huge relief when your tenancy deposit comes back, even if you’re sure you left everything spick and span when you moved out! After the deposit is released by the...