In July 2024 the UNCRC (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024 incorporated the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) into Scots law. This meant that Scottish public authorities including the First-tier Tribunal (FtT), must act compatibly with the UNCRC. What is the UNCRC? The UNCRC is an international treaty setting out the civil, political, …
Read more >The Scottish private rented sector continues to face significant political, legislative and operational change, with growing debate around housing supply, affordability, taxation and regulation. In episode 110 of Lets Talk, Timothy Douglas, Head of Policy and Campaigns at Propertymark, returns to discuss some of the biggest issues currently affecting landlords, letting agents and tenants across …
Read more >Landlord registration is a fundamental requirement for anyone letting residential property in Scotland. Introduced to improve standards across the private rented sector, it ensures that landlords are “fit and proper” to let property and that tenants are protected from poor management practices. Whether you are a first-time landlord or an experienced investor, understanding the registration …
Read more >The private rented sector in Scotland is governed by a framework of legislation designed to ensure that rental properties are safe, habitable and maintained to an acceptable condition. At the centre of this framework lies the Repairing Standard, a legal benchmark that all private landlords must meet. Understanding this standard is essential for landlords, letting …
Read more >Why Propertymark’s Scottish lettings membership figures have increased by 18% since 2023 Across Scotland, Propertymark has witnessed an 18 per cent increase in membership numbers of its ‘Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA)’ division since January 2023, and an overall 10 per cent increase in membership across the nation in the same timeframe. A key driver behind this growth …
Read more >For several years, the Scottish Government has been working to modernise the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) system. Progress, however, has been slow due to various factors – most recently the UK Government’s decision was to delay its own EPC reforms until the second half of 2027. What were the proposed reforms? In October 2025, the …
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