A question we often get asked is ‘What is acceptable ‘wear and tear’ of the property I’m renting?’ There are no precise rules on what is ‘acceptable wear and tear’. We’re...
Real Stories: Living with Damp, Mould and Mice
You’ve found the perfect location, it’s a shame the property is riddled with damp, mould and mice, among other issues. Here’s a few of your experiences you wish you’d never had: “Our...
Val McDermid, Karyn McCluskey and Professor Alan Miller speak at Shelter Scotland’s Home Truths event
Shelter Scotland presents Home TruthsOn 28th February 2019, Shelter Scotland hosted a debate with some of the country’s leading creative thinkers, to discuss how we can make Scotland...
Parental Orders and Teenagers with ASBOs – Help for parents with antisocial children
If a child is behaving in an antisocial manner and their parents aren’t doing anything about it, a parenting order can really help. Anyone over the age of 12 can be given...
How an ASBO Can Lead to an Eviction Order and How to Prevent it
It’s important to understand that anyone can be evicted for antisocial behaviour. It doesn’t matter where you live, whether you own your house or are renting it, an ASBO can be...
Antisocial Behaviour Jargon: Explained
Is antisocial behaviour is a big problem in your area? Your local council or registered social landlord might be able to get an antisocial behaviour order, to stop it. Here, we look what...