Alison Watson
@alisonwatson.bsky.social
Director of Shelter Scotland. Trustee of Change Mental Health.
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Unpack results from the UK’s first-ever survey focused entirely on housing professionals under the age of 35 at this free online webinar:
▶️ A Sector in Transformation - CIH Futures Survey Results
▶️ 9 December
▶️ 12:30 - 14:00
Find out more and book here: buff.ly/k3Yn1mo
▶️ A Sector in Transformation - CIH Futures Survey Results
▶️ 9 December
▶️ 12:30 - 14:00
Find out more and book here: buff.ly/k3Yn1mo
November 12, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Unpack results from the UK’s first-ever survey focused entirely on housing professionals under the age of 35 at this free online webinar:
▶️ A Sector in Transformation - CIH Futures Survey Results
▶️ 9 December
▶️ 12:30 - 14:00
Find out more and book here: buff.ly/k3Yn1mo
▶️ A Sector in Transformation - CIH Futures Survey Results
▶️ 9 December
▶️ 12:30 - 14:00
Find out more and book here: buff.ly/k3Yn1mo
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📢 The programme for Scotland’s Housing Festival 2026 is now live! 🎉
Taking place just weeks before the election, this is where we'll unpack the latest housing policy, debate the big issues, and share actionable insights that matter for your work.
Check it out here: buff.ly/l3MFJj4
Taking place just weeks before the election, this is where we'll unpack the latest housing policy, debate the big issues, and share actionable insights that matter for your work.
Check it out here: buff.ly/l3MFJj4
November 11, 2025 at 3:54 PM
📢 The programme for Scotland’s Housing Festival 2026 is now live! 🎉
Taking place just weeks before the election, this is where we'll unpack the latest housing policy, debate the big issues, and share actionable insights that matter for your work.
Check it out here: buff.ly/l3MFJj4
Taking place just weeks before the election, this is where we'll unpack the latest housing policy, debate the big issues, and share actionable insights that matter for your work.
Check it out here: buff.ly/l3MFJj4
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The Chartered Institute of Housing is recruiting an Engagement Manager – Scotland
Engagement manager – Scotland - Chartered Institute of Housing Scotland
Find the latest housing association jobs and vacancies in the Scottish housing sector on the Scottish Housing News website.
www.scottishhousingnews.com
November 11, 2025 at 10:36 AM
The Chartered Institute of Housing is recruiting an Engagement Manager – Scotland
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We've got your Christmas gifting essentials all wrapped up 👇
💌 Cards
🎁 Wrapping Paper
🎉 Crackers
💻 eCards
Wrap your presents while helping to end the #HousingEmergency. That’s a festive win-win. 🎄
Shop now 🛍️ shelterscotland.org/XmasGifting
💌 Cards
🎁 Wrapping Paper
🎉 Crackers
💻 eCards
Wrap your presents while helping to end the #HousingEmergency. That’s a festive win-win. 🎄
Shop now 🛍️ shelterscotland.org/XmasGifting
November 11, 2025 at 3:23 PM
We've got your Christmas gifting essentials all wrapped up 👇
💌 Cards
🎁 Wrapping Paper
🎉 Crackers
💻 eCards
Wrap your presents while helping to end the #HousingEmergency. That’s a festive win-win. 🎄
Shop now 🛍️ shelterscotland.org/XmasGifting
💌 Cards
🎁 Wrapping Paper
🎉 Crackers
💻 eCards
Wrap your presents while helping to end the #HousingEmergency. That’s a festive win-win. 🎄
Shop now 🛍️ shelterscotland.org/XmasGifting
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📣 Calling all art lovers.
An extremely generous customer has donated a collection of original artwork from renowned local artist, Stephen French, to our shop in Dundee.
Each piece has been personally valued & priced by Stephen to help support the fight against the local #HousingEmergency.
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An extremely generous customer has donated a collection of original artwork from renowned local artist, Stephen French, to our shop in Dundee.
Each piece has been personally valued & priced by Stephen to help support the fight against the local #HousingEmergency.
1️⃣ of 2️⃣
November 11, 2025 at 11:09 AM
📣 Calling all art lovers.
An extremely generous customer has donated a collection of original artwork from renowned local artist, Stephen French, to our shop in Dundee.
Each piece has been personally valued & priced by Stephen to help support the fight against the local #HousingEmergency.
1️⃣ of 2️⃣
An extremely generous customer has donated a collection of original artwork from renowned local artist, Stephen French, to our shop in Dundee.
Each piece has been personally valued & priced by Stephen to help support the fight against the local #HousingEmergency.
1️⃣ of 2️⃣
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We're pleased to share the news that the Anti-Racism Observatory for Scotland (AROS) has appointed Benaifer Bhandari and Jonathan Williams as Co-CEOs.
Read the announcement here: www.strath.ac.uk/whystrathcly...
Read the announcement here: www.strath.ac.uk/whystrathcly...
Anti-Racism Observatory for Scotland appoints inaugural Co-CEOs | University of Strathclyde
www.strath.ac.uk
November 11, 2025 at 1:10 PM
We're pleased to share the news that the Anti-Racism Observatory for Scotland (AROS) has appointed Benaifer Bhandari and Jonathan Williams as Co-CEOs.
Read the announcement here: www.strath.ac.uk/whystrathcly...
Read the announcement here: www.strath.ac.uk/whystrathcly...
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Great reflections on this year's conference from Shea, a key participant at this year's conference 🙌
"Despite all our successes, we are still only just scratching the surface of what still needs to be done."
Read Shea Moran's take on this year's annual Scottish homelessness conference.
#EndingYouthHomelessness @homelessnetwork.scot
www.rocktrust.org/hns-conferen...
Read Shea Moran's take on this year's annual Scottish homelessness conference.
#EndingYouthHomelessness @homelessnetwork.scot
www.rocktrust.org/hns-conferen...
More change is needed if we're to be 'world-leading' on housing rights - Rock Trust
Shae Moran from Rock Trust gives his take on this year’s Homeless Network Scotland Conference on homelessness prevention.
www.rocktrust.org
November 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Great reflections on this year's conference from Shea, a key participant at this year's conference 🙌
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💸 Rent too high?
📉 Wish mortgage rates were lower?
🔑 No place to call home?
💡 The Gran Squad has the solution: Build Scotland. Build hope. Build social housing. Stand with the Grans and tell our party leaders they've got work to do. #HousingEmergency
✍️ shelterscotland.org/EmailLeaders
📉 Wish mortgage rates were lower?
🔑 No place to call home?
💡 The Gran Squad has the solution: Build Scotland. Build hope. Build social housing. Stand with the Grans and tell our party leaders they've got work to do. #HousingEmergency
✍️ shelterscotland.org/EmailLeaders
November 10, 2025 at 4:53 PM
💸 Rent too high?
📉 Wish mortgage rates were lower?
🔑 No place to call home?
💡 The Gran Squad has the solution: Build Scotland. Build hope. Build social housing. Stand with the Grans and tell our party leaders they've got work to do. #HousingEmergency
✍️ shelterscotland.org/EmailLeaders
📉 Wish mortgage rates were lower?
🔑 No place to call home?
💡 The Gran Squad has the solution: Build Scotland. Build hope. Build social housing. Stand with the Grans and tell our party leaders they've got work to do. #HousingEmergency
✍️ shelterscotland.org/EmailLeaders
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"With energy debt at an eye-watering £4.4 billion, the level of relief outlined is but a flicker in the dark."
Read our Director of Impact's Herald column about the energy debt and winter fuel crisis 👇
tfn.scot/opinion/ofge...
Read our Director of Impact's Herald column about the energy debt and winter fuel crisis 👇
tfn.scot/opinion/ofge...
Ofgem’s plans on energy debt don’t go nearly far enough - TFN
David Hilferty on the inevitable winter fuel crisis
tfn.scot
November 10, 2025 at 12:39 PM
"With energy debt at an eye-watering £4.4 billion, the level of relief outlined is but a flicker in the dark."
Read our Director of Impact's Herald column about the energy debt and winter fuel crisis 👇
tfn.scot/opinion/ofge...
Read our Director of Impact's Herald column about the energy debt and winter fuel crisis 👇
tfn.scot/opinion/ofge...
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📣📣 We have FREE ENTRY available for #EMF2026!! 😀
Whether it’s your first 5K or a marathon, every step you take raises crucial funds to help us deliver life-changing services & stand up for people’s right to safety.
Are you up for the challenge? Secure your spot today!! 🏃♀️ shorturl.at/16QRv
Whether it’s your first 5K or a marathon, every step you take raises crucial funds to help us deliver life-changing services & stand up for people’s right to safety.
Are you up for the challenge? Secure your spot today!! 🏃♀️ shorturl.at/16QRv
November 10, 2025 at 12:43 PM
📣📣 We have FREE ENTRY available for #EMF2026!! 😀
Whether it’s your first 5K or a marathon, every step you take raises crucial funds to help us deliver life-changing services & stand up for people’s right to safety.
Are you up for the challenge? Secure your spot today!! 🏃♀️ shorturl.at/16QRv
Whether it’s your first 5K or a marathon, every step you take raises crucial funds to help us deliver life-changing services & stand up for people’s right to safety.
Are you up for the challenge? Secure your spot today!! 🏃♀️ shorturl.at/16QRv
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Debates around refugees and homelessness have turned toxic, and people are paying the price.
We’re calling on ministers to protect rights, lead with compassion, and work with those on the frontline to find real solutions. #HousingEmergency
📢 Read our joint open letter
🔗 shelterscotland.org/OLRH
We’re calling on ministers to protect rights, lead with compassion, and work with those on the frontline to find real solutions. #HousingEmergency
📢 Read our joint open letter
🔗 shelterscotland.org/OLRH
Open Letter to Scottish and UK Govts - Refugee Homelessness - Shelter Scotland
A joint open letter, signed by over 30 housing, refugee rights and equalities organisations in Scotland.
shelterscotland.org
November 7, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Debates around refugees and homelessness have turned toxic, and people are paying the price.
We’re calling on ministers to protect rights, lead with compassion, and work with those on the frontline to find real solutions. #HousingEmergency
📢 Read our joint open letter
🔗 shelterscotland.org/OLRH
We’re calling on ministers to protect rights, lead with compassion, and work with those on the frontline to find real solutions. #HousingEmergency
📢 Read our joint open letter
🔗 shelterscotland.org/OLRH
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Shelter: Debates around refugees and homelessness have turned toxic, and people are paying the price
@shelterscotland.bsky.social
www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/68797
@shelterscotland.bsky.social
www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/68797
November 7, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Shelter: Debates around refugees and homelessness have turned toxic, and people are paying the price
@shelterscotland.bsky.social
www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/68797
@shelterscotland.bsky.social
www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/68797
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We have signed Shelter's open letter calling for the UK Government to take action so that the asylum system does not make people homeless by design, and for the Scottish Government to ensure the local authorities facing the biggest homelessness pressures have the funding they need.
November 7, 2025 at 12:04 PM
We have signed Shelter's open letter calling for the UK Government to take action so that the asylum system does not make people homeless by design, and for the Scottish Government to ensure the local authorities facing the biggest homelessness pressures have the funding they need.
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❌ 10,180 = The number of children in Scotland without a permanent home.
✔️ 0 = The number of homeless children if the Scottish Government commits to building at least 15,693 social homes per year for the next five years.
🫵 You can help end the #HousingEmergency.
👉 shelterscotland.org/ActCH
✔️ 0 = The number of homeless children if the Scottish Government commits to building at least 15,693 social homes per year for the next five years.
🫵 You can help end the #HousingEmergency.
👉 shelterscotland.org/ActCH
November 6, 2025 at 4:26 PM
❌ 10,180 = The number of children in Scotland without a permanent home.
✔️ 0 = The number of homeless children if the Scottish Government commits to building at least 15,693 social homes per year for the next five years.
🫵 You can help end the #HousingEmergency.
👉 shelterscotland.org/ActCH
✔️ 0 = The number of homeless children if the Scottish Government commits to building at least 15,693 social homes per year for the next five years.
🫵 You can help end the #HousingEmergency.
👉 shelterscotland.org/ActCH
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The Gran Squad's 'Granifesto' is simple: Build Scotland. Build hope. Build social housing. 🔨
Meanwhile, party leaders are drafting their manifesto's right now. Tell them Scotland can't wait any longer for the social homes we need. #HousingEmergency
Get them told! 👉 shelterscotland.org/GetBuilding
Meanwhile, party leaders are drafting their manifesto's right now. Tell them Scotland can't wait any longer for the social homes we need. #HousingEmergency
Get them told! 👉 shelterscotland.org/GetBuilding
November 5, 2025 at 4:29 PM
The Gran Squad's 'Granifesto' is simple: Build Scotland. Build hope. Build social housing. 🔨
Meanwhile, party leaders are drafting their manifesto's right now. Tell them Scotland can't wait any longer for the social homes we need. #HousingEmergency
Get them told! 👉 shelterscotland.org/GetBuilding
Meanwhile, party leaders are drafting their manifesto's right now. Tell them Scotland can't wait any longer for the social homes we need. #HousingEmergency
Get them told! 👉 shelterscotland.org/GetBuilding
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⏰ CLOSING on Monday! Interested in applying for our Communications Officer or Policy and Public Affairs Manager roles? Find out more and apply now 👉 scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk/jobs
*️⃣Are you a skilled communicator with a passion for social justice? Or passionate about driving change & influencing policy to create a fairer, more compassionate asylum system?
We’re recruiting a Communications Officer & a Policy and Public Affairs Manager.
More: scottishrefugeecounc...
We’re recruiting a Communications Officer & a Policy and Public Affairs Manager.
More: scottishrefugeecounc...
November 5, 2025 at 3:34 PM
⏰ CLOSING on Monday! Interested in applying for our Communications Officer or Policy and Public Affairs Manager roles? Find out more and apply now 👉 scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk/jobs
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🔔🏃🎄 Join the The Great Scottish Christmas Run in Inverleith Park this December!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just want to enjoy a fun, festive day out, the Great Scottish Christmas run is for you!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just want to enjoy a fun, festive day out, the Great Scottish Christmas run is for you!
November 5, 2025 at 12:04 PM
🔔🏃🎄 Join the The Great Scottish Christmas Run in Inverleith Park this December!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just want to enjoy a fun, festive day out, the Great Scottish Christmas run is for you!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just want to enjoy a fun, festive day out, the Great Scottish Christmas run is for you!
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💚 A big thank you to everyone who has been signing and sharing our letter to the Prime Minister.
💪 With your help, we've already collected 556 signatures.
📣 Let's keep pushing for long overdue change!
👉 opfs.org.uk/policy-and-c...
#TransformingChildMaintenance
💪 With your help, we've already collected 556 signatures.
📣 Let's keep pushing for long overdue change!
👉 opfs.org.uk/policy-and-c...
#TransformingChildMaintenance
November 5, 2025 at 12:01 PM
💚 A big thank you to everyone who has been signing and sharing our letter to the Prime Minister.
💪 With your help, we've already collected 556 signatures.
📣 Let's keep pushing for long overdue change!
👉 opfs.org.uk/policy-and-c...
#TransformingChildMaintenance
💪 With your help, we've already collected 556 signatures.
📣 Let's keep pushing for long overdue change!
👉 opfs.org.uk/policy-and-c...
#TransformingChildMaintenance
Delighted to hear this - huge congratulations Ben ⭐️
Pineview Housing Association has promoted Ben Keenan to senior housing officer.
Ben Keenan secures promotion to senior housing officer at Pineview
Pineview Housing Association has promoted Ben Keenan to senior housing officer.
www.scottishhousingnews.com
November 5, 2025 at 9:42 AM
Delighted to hear this - huge congratulations Ben ⭐️
Julia has provided such creative and inspiring leadership and I wish her the very best in her next chapter
Scottish Borders Housing Association (SBHA) chief executive Julia Mulloy will retire at the end of May 2026, following more than 16 years of dedicated service and leadership.
SBHA chief executive Julia Mulloy announces retirement
Scottish Borders Housing Association (SBHA) chief executive Julia Mulloy will retire at the end of May 2026, following more than 16 years of dedicated service and leadership.
www.scottishhousingnews.com
November 5, 2025 at 9:41 AM
Julia has provided such creative and inspiring leadership and I wish her the very best in her next chapter
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There's only a few places left to book for our in-person Seminar in 3 weeks. Join us as we share with other advisers the challenges you’re seeing, stay up to date with the latest developments & consider tactics to best support clients through this period of change.
cpag.org.uk/training-and...
cpag.org.uk/training-and...
November 4, 2025 at 3:19 PM
There's only a few places left to book for our in-person Seminar in 3 weeks. Join us as we share with other advisers the challenges you’re seeing, stay up to date with the latest developments & consider tactics to best support clients through this period of change.
cpag.org.uk/training-and...
cpag.org.uk/training-and...
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🫐🍁 We’re partnering with Dishoom Edinburgh, with our Green Skills Centre’s fruity produce going into their new alcohol free drink the Ruby Royale!
Proceeds from the Ruby Royale will help us tackle the causes and consequences of homelessness - why not pop into Dishoom before Nov 16th and try it?
Proceeds from the Ruby Royale will help us tackle the causes and consequences of homelessness - why not pop into Dishoom before Nov 16th and try it?
November 4, 2025 at 4:02 PM
🫐🍁 We’re partnering with Dishoom Edinburgh, with our Green Skills Centre’s fruity produce going into their new alcohol free drink the Ruby Royale!
Proceeds from the Ruby Royale will help us tackle the causes and consequences of homelessness - why not pop into Dishoom before Nov 16th and try it?
Proceeds from the Ruby Royale will help us tackle the causes and consequences of homelessness - why not pop into Dishoom before Nov 16th and try it?
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⏳ 28 years.
That’s how long it will take, at the Scottish Government’s current rate of housebuilding, to reduce the number of children living in temporary accommodation in Scotland from 10,180 to 0. #HousingEmergency
Add your name if you agree this is far too long.
✍️ shelterscotland.org/ActCH
That’s how long it will take, at the Scottish Government’s current rate of housebuilding, to reduce the number of children living in temporary accommodation in Scotland from 10,180 to 0. #HousingEmergency
Add your name if you agree this is far too long.
✍️ shelterscotland.org/ActCH
November 4, 2025 at 5:45 PM
⏳ 28 years.
That’s how long it will take, at the Scottish Government’s current rate of housebuilding, to reduce the number of children living in temporary accommodation in Scotland from 10,180 to 0. #HousingEmergency
Add your name if you agree this is far too long.
✍️ shelterscotland.org/ActCH
That’s how long it will take, at the Scottish Government’s current rate of housebuilding, to reduce the number of children living in temporary accommodation in Scotland from 10,180 to 0. #HousingEmergency
Add your name if you agree this is far too long.
✍️ shelterscotland.org/ActCH
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🏠 Every 15 minutes a household in Scotland loses their home.
No family should face homelessness alone this Christmas. With your support, we can fight the devastating impact the #HousingEmergency is having on families across Scotland.
💝 Donate today shelterscotland.org/Winter25-BS
No family should face homelessness alone this Christmas. With your support, we can fight the devastating impact the #HousingEmergency is having on families across Scotland.
💝 Donate today shelterscotland.org/Winter25-BS
November 3, 2025 at 1:42 PM
🏠 Every 15 minutes a household in Scotland loses their home.
No family should face homelessness alone this Christmas. With your support, we can fight the devastating impact the #HousingEmergency is having on families across Scotland.
💝 Donate today shelterscotland.org/Winter25-BS
No family should face homelessness alone this Christmas. With your support, we can fight the devastating impact the #HousingEmergency is having on families across Scotland.
💝 Donate today shelterscotland.org/Winter25-BS
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Your gran remembers when Scotland built the social housing our country needed, and we can do it again. 💪
Together, let's build a fairer Scotland that works for everybody. Add your name and show your gran we've still got what it takes. #HousingEmergency
👉 shelterscotland.org/GetBuilding
Together, let's build a fairer Scotland that works for everybody. Add your name and show your gran we've still got what it takes. #HousingEmergency
👉 shelterscotland.org/GetBuilding
October 31, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Your gran remembers when Scotland built the social housing our country needed, and we can do it again. 💪
Together, let's build a fairer Scotland that works for everybody. Add your name and show your gran we've still got what it takes. #HousingEmergency
👉 shelterscotland.org/GetBuilding
Together, let's build a fairer Scotland that works for everybody. Add your name and show your gran we've still got what it takes. #HousingEmergency
👉 shelterscotland.org/GetBuilding