In this milestone 100th episode, we’re joined by Citylets founder and Managing Director, Thomas Ashdown, for an in-depth conversation about the pivotal role of data in Scotland’s private rented sector. Host, Gillian Semmler, asks Thomas whether Scottish Government policies are now being shaped by market data collected during the rent control era when normal conditions …
Read more >On 3 April 2025, Alasdair Allan MSP, acting Minister for Climate Action, confirmed that a revised version of the Heat in Buildings Bill will be introduced to the Scottish Parliament later this year. The revised Bill will set a new statutory target for decarbonising heating systems by 2045, rather than a prohibition of polluting heating …
Read more >The Housing (Scotland) Bill, launched on 26 March 2024, is currently working its way through Parliament and is expected to reach stage two of the legislative process shortly. So, what does this mean for landlords? One of the most contentious changes is the proposal for rent controls. Under the Bill, local authorities will be required …
Read more >We have blogged on tenancy deposits before and, in particular, claims against landlords for failing to lodge deposits with an approved tenancy deposit scheme continue to form a significant proportion of the business of the First-tier Tribunal: Housing and Property Chamber. After eviction and civil cases, tenancy deposit claims are the third largest category of …
Read more >The continuing cost of living crisis is hitting everyone hard, and for tenants in Scotland, the thought of keeping warm without breaking the bank can feel overwhelming. It’s a stark choice no one should have to make: heating or eating? For some, this is a very real issue. While the milder spring and summer weather …
Read more >Whilst damage to the inside of the property can usually be easy for the tenant to spot, external damage to the outside structure of the building, particularly the roof, is not always as obvious. Damage to the roof if left unchecked can lead to further damage on the inside of the property, particularly during periods …
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