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Edinburgh letting agent responds to call for short term letting tax
Following reports that 84% of Scots want new taxes imposed on short-term landlords, a Director with one of Edinburgh leading letting agents believes it is a stark warning that policymakers must “catch-up”. Continue reading Edinburgh letting agent responds to call for short term letting tax
Port of Leith Housing Association chief Keith Anderson to retire
Keith Anderson, Chief Executive of Port of Leith Housing Association, has announced his intention to retire after 11 years leading the organisation.
Keith said: “Having worked at Port of Leith Housing Association for over a decade, and in housing in various roles in Scotland and England for the past 40 years, there is much for me to feel proud of. I feel very fortunate to have enjoyed such a rewarding career. Continue reading Port of Leith Housing Association chief Keith Anderson to retire
Bield appoints interim Chief Executive
BIELD, one of the country’s largest providers of housing and support services has appointed an interim Chief Executive as it continues the recruitment process for the full-time position. Continue reading Bield appoints interim Chief Executive
Over 6,000 disabled people waiting for housing in Edinburgh
A freedom of information request by the Scottish Conservatives has revealed that 6,193 disabled people are waiting for housing in Edinburgh. Continue reading Over 6,000 disabled people waiting for housing in Edinburgh
New street brings more affordable homes to Edinburgh
Port of Leith Housing Association (PoLHA) has handed over the keys to 23 beautiful homes for social rent in Edinburgh’s vibrant Abbeyhill. Continue reading New street brings more affordable homes to Edinburgh
New housing alliance formed: meet ARCHIE!
Eight housing associations and co-operatives in Edinburgh have established a new alliance to share skills, experience and resources which will allow them to deliver an enhanced service to their customers and the wider community. Continue reading New housing alliance formed: meet ARCHIE!
More Awards for Port of Leith Housing Association
Hot on the heels of placing 42nd in the Sunday Times’ 100 Best UK Not-For-Profit Organisations to Work For List, Port of Leith Housing Association has received two additional accolades. Continue reading More Awards for Port of Leith Housing Association
£40 million charitable bonds funding for affordable homes
The £40 million additional investment in charitable bonds for 2019/20 is expected to generate £10 million of donations, with the grant donations created by the programme so far having already provided funding for over 250 homes for social rent. Continue reading £40 million charitable bonds funding for affordable homes
Holyrood committee to investigate the impact of Social Security on rented housing
Scotland’s Social Security Committee has launched an inquiry into whether the social security system adequately supports tenants in both the private rented sector and social housing. Continue reading Holyrood committee to investigate the impact of Social Security on rented housing