The clocks have gone back and the nights are drawing in. When it’s cold outside, there’s nothing nicer than being in your cosy, warm home – somewhere you feel safe and secure. Sadly, all...
Scottish Empty Homes Conference 2018
The Scottish Empty Homes Conference 2018 is taking place at the Engine Shed in Stirling on 26 November. From a goods transfer shed, and strategic base for the army during both World Wars...
What can your household do to prevent disrepair?
What is disrepair? Disrepair is the poor condition of a building or structure, due to neglect. Many tenants experience common disrepair problems while renting such as damp, mould...
Private renters starting to benefit from letting agent regulation
Good news! Private renters are starting to see the impact of the Letting Agent Code of Practice The Code of Practice was introduced on 31 January 2018 and spells out what standard renters...
What to do once you discover damp or mould in your home
What is damp and mould? Put simply, damp and mould are caused by an excessive build-up of moisture. Moisture in buildings can be caused by leaking pipes, rising damp in basements or ground...
Today is our birthday – but it’s nothing to celebrate.
You may have seen or heard in recent months that this year is Shelter Scotland’s 50th anniversary. Well today – October 3rd – is our birthday. Half a century ago today, we were...