Following on from our last blog around the rent control aspects of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025, this blog focusses on the other main aspects of the Act that potentially impact the private rented sector in Scotland. As mentioned previously, whilst the Act has received Royal Assent, only part 8 is currently in force which …
Read more >Propertymark has called on the Scottish Government to provide businesses with more certainty following their decision to drop the Heat in Buildings Bill for the second time this year. This policy has been delayed until the outcome of next year’s elections for the Scottish Parliament has been decided. In September 2023, when the Programme for Government was announced, the then Zero Carbon …
Read more >Whether you are a portfolio landlord or a landlord with a single property, understanding the publication of the Scottish Government’s 2025 Housing (Scotland) Bill is essential. The legislation aims to strengthen tenant rights, expand homelessness prevention duties, and improve housing standards across Scotland. This guide breaks down the key elements of the Bill. For landlords, …
Read more >The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (the Act) was introduced by the UK Government with aims of striking a fairer balance between renters’ and landlords’ rights. The majority of the Act applies only to England, and some provisions to Wales. There will however be some impact north of the border too, as the Act introduces a …
Read more >Whilst we have looked at the initial version of The Housing (Scotland) Bill (the Bill) and its passage through the Scottish Parliament, the Bill has been finalised and was passed on 30 September 2025. It received Royal Assent on 6 November 2025 and is now known as the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 (the Act). Whilst …
Read more >The Housing (Scotland) Bill marks significant reform in Scottish housing law. Part 1 of the Bill introduces extensive powers for local authorities (LAs) to assess rent conditions and obtain tenancy-related information from landlords, agents, and tenants. Assessing rent conditions The Bill requires LAs to periodically assess rent levels and increases within their area and the …
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