The current COVID-19 pandemic is causing high levels of uncertainty and fear for people all over Scotland. For those who rent this uncertainty extends to the security of their home...
Category - Policy
Our up-to-the-minute observations and analysis on Scottish housing policy
Hidden homelessness: Hidden from sight, from evidence, and hiding yourself
Hidden [adj] Being out of sight or not readily apparent; concealedObscure, unexplained, undisclosed If you Google “homelessness”, you’ll inevitably find articles illustrated with pictures...
New homelessness statistics show councils’ continued failure to meet statutory duties
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...
Reversing the Tide: Putting Rights at the Heart of Homelessness and Social Security
In any role, it is important to step back and consider what the change is that you’re trying to make. My last few blogs have touched on the movement and momentum happening in the...