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A new forum has been created to help accelerate energy efficiency improvements in social housing in Midlothian.
Midlothian tenants to benefit from new retrofit partnership forum
A new forum has been created to help accelerate energy efficiency improvements in social housing in Midlothian.
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February 19, 2026 at 10:18 AM
A new forum has been created to help accelerate energy efficiency improvements in social housing in Midlothian.
The Property Institute (TPI) Scotland has launched its manifesto to improve the lives of Scotland’s homeowners, aimed at enabling homeowners to take control and create well maintained, sustainable and well managed buildings, fit for the future.
TPI Scotland launches manifesto to improve Scotland’s homes
The Property Institute (TPI) Scotland has launched its manifesto to improve the lives of Scotland’s homeowners, aimed at enabling homeowners to take control and create well maintained, sustainable and well managed buildings, fit for the future.
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February 19, 2026 at 10:11 AM
The Property Institute (TPI) Scotland has launched its manifesto to improve the lives of Scotland’s homeowners, aimed at enabling homeowners to take control and create well maintained, sustainable and well managed buildings, fit for the future.
Hanover Scotland is recruiting a Repair & Void Team Leader
Repair & Void Team Leader - Hanover Scotland
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February 19, 2026 at 9:56 AM
Hanover Scotland is recruiting a Repair & Void Team Leader
McTaggart Construction and the Melville Housing Group have marked the official start of construction works at the former Newbattle High School site in Easthouses, Midlothian, with a sod cutting ceremony.
Construction begins on 28 mid-market rent homes in Easthouses
McTaggart Construction and the Melville Housing Group have marked the official start of construction works at the former Newbattle High School site in Easthouses, Midlothian, with a sod cutting ceremony.
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February 19, 2026 at 9:48 AM
McTaggart Construction and the Melville Housing Group have marked the official start of construction works at the former Newbattle High School site in Easthouses, Midlothian, with a sod cutting ceremony.
A kitchen and bathroom replacement contract has been completed by CCG in the southside of Glasgow for Elderpark Housing.
Planned maintenance workstream underway at Elderpark
A kitchen and bathroom replacement contract has been completed by CCG in the southside of Glasgow for Elderpark Housing.
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February 19, 2026 at 9:34 AM
A kitchen and bathroom replacement contract has been completed by CCG in the southside of Glasgow for Elderpark Housing.
Lesley Peaty, regional director of The Scottish Procurement Alliance, highlights changes to SPA’s rebates and Community Benefit Fund initiatives.
Lesley Peaty: Investing in our communities is our core focus
Lesley Peaty, regional director of The Scottish Procurement Alliance, highlights changes to SPA’s rebates and Community Benefit Fund initiatives.
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February 19, 2026 at 9:27 AM
Lesley Peaty, regional director of The Scottish Procurement Alliance, highlights changes to SPA’s rebates and Community Benefit Fund initiatives.
TPAS Scotland has successfully supported Cairn Housing Association through a comprehensive review of its older people’s housing, helping to strengthen governance, tenant engagement, and organisational effectiveness.
TPAS supports Cairn through independent living review
TPAS Scotland has successfully supported Cairn Housing Association through a comprehensive review of its older people’s housing, helping to strengthen governance, tenant engagement, and organisational effectiveness.
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February 19, 2026 at 9:25 AM
TPAS Scotland has successfully supported Cairn Housing Association through a comprehensive review of its older people’s housing, helping to strengthen governance, tenant engagement, and organisational effectiveness.
Fund and asset manager Thriving Investments has appointed Ed Crockett as fund manager for its £260 million New Avenue Living fund, strengthening the platform’s continued growth across Scotland and Manchester.
Thriving Investments makes senior Scottish appointment
Fund and asset manager Thriving Investments has appointed Ed Crockett as fund manager for its £260 million New Avenue Living fund, strengthening the platform’s continued growth across Scotland and Manchester.
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February 19, 2026 at 9:13 AM
Fund and asset manager Thriving Investments has appointed Ed Crockett as fund manager for its £260 million New Avenue Living fund, strengthening the platform’s continued growth across Scotland and Manchester.
A new development of retirement apartments has been launched in Dargavel Village, Bishopton.
Work begins on new Dargavel Village retirement development
A new development of retirement apartments has been launched in Dargavel Village, Bishopton.
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February 19, 2026 at 8:30 AM
A new development of retirement apartments has been launched in Dargavel Village, Bishopton.
Trust Housing Association is recruiting a Head of Development & Sustainability
Head of Development & Sustainability - Trust Housing Association
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February 19, 2026 at 8:22 AM
Trust Housing Association is recruiting a Head of Development & Sustainability
The proportion of rental homes sold in Scotland that remain in the private rented sector (PRS) has nearly doubled over the past year, according to new research from SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust.
Share of sold rental homes remaining in PRS nearly doubles, survey finds
The proportion of rental homes sold in Scotland that remain in the private rented sector (PRS) has nearly doubled over the past year, according to new research from SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust.
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February 19, 2026 at 8:19 AM
The proportion of rental homes sold in Scotland that remain in the private rented sector (PRS) has nearly doubled over the past year, according to new research from SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust.
Greig Fenton, regional director at Thomas & Adamson, explores how real-time data can help spot issues like damp and mould earlier, supporting safer homes and more proactive asset management in line with new regulatory requirements.
Greig Fenton: How sensors are becoming essential tools for safer, healthier social housing
Greig Fenton, regional director at Thomas & Adamson, explores how real-time data can help spot issues like damp and mould earlier, supporting safer homes and more proactive asset management in line with new regulatory requirements.
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February 19, 2026 at 8:15 AM
Greig Fenton, regional director at Thomas & Adamson, explores how real-time data can help spot issues like damp and mould earlier, supporting safer homes and more proactive asset management in line with new regulatory requirements.
Barrhead Housing is recruiting a Director of Customer Services
Director of Customer Services - Barrhead Housing
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February 19, 2026 at 8:09 AM
Barrhead Housing is recruiting a Director of Customer Services
Cunninghame Housing Association is recruiting a Tenant & Community Engagement Manager
Tenant & Community Engagement Manager - Cunninghame Housing Association
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February 19, 2026 at 7:59 AM
Cunninghame Housing Association is recruiting a Tenant & Community Engagement Manager
One in nine (11%) new homes in England constructed between 2022 and 2024 have been built in areas of medium or high risk of flooding, according to new analysis from insurer Aviva.
England: Proportion of new homes built in flood areas rises to one in nine
One in nine (11%) new homes in England constructed between 2022 and 2024 have been built in areas of medium or high risk of flooding, according to new analysis from insurer Aviva.
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February 18, 2026 at 10:35 AM
One in nine (11%) new homes in England constructed between 2022 and 2024 have been built in areas of medium or high risk of flooding, according to new analysis from insurer Aviva.
The provisions of a new Housing Bill in Scotland can help the country to deliver as many as 15,000 additional Build to Rent (BTR) homes over the next few years, building on the 5,000-plus that are already in place, according to property firm Rettie.
Rent control exemptions ‘can unlock institutional investment’ in BTR homes
The provisions of a new Housing Bill in Scotland can help the country to deliver as many as 15,000 additional Build to Rent (BTR) homes over the next few years, building on the 5,000-plus that are already in place, according to property firm Rettie.
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February 18, 2026 at 10:29 AM
The provisions of a new Housing Bill in Scotland can help the country to deliver as many as 15,000 additional Build to Rent (BTR) homes over the next few years, building on the 5,000-plus that are already in place, according to property firm Rettie.
Nova Homes has acquired a new development site in Newton Mearns.
Nova Homes secures Newton Mearns development site
Nova Homes has acquired a new development site in Newton Mearns.
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February 18, 2026 at 10:13 AM
Nova Homes has acquired a new development site in Newton Mearns.
Communities across Scotland could see more money invested in their area as a result of onshore renewable energy developments – under new proposals published today.
New community benefit proposals for onshore renewable energy developments
Communities across Scotland could see more money invested in their area as a result of onshore renewable energy developments – under new proposals published today.
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February 18, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Communities across Scotland could see more money invested in their area as a result of onshore renewable energy developments – under new proposals published today.
West Granton Housing Co-operative is recruiting a Housing Officer
Housing Officer - West Granton Housing Co-operative
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February 18, 2026 at 9:56 AM
West Granton Housing Co-operative is recruiting a Housing Officer
Citizens and communities are being encouraged to have their say on multiple plans as part of a consultation that looks to shape the future of Aberdeen.
Views sought on Aberdeen Local Outcome Improvement Plan
Citizens and communities are being encouraged to have their say on multiple plans as part of a consultation that looks to shape the future of Aberdeen.
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February 18, 2026 at 9:50 AM
Citizens and communities are being encouraged to have their say on multiple plans as part of a consultation that looks to shape the future of Aberdeen.
A new tool has been launched that translates housing energy data into region-specific workforce insights to support local authorities and delivery partners in planning retrofit programmes.
New tool launched to accurately forecast retrofit workforce
A new tool has been launched that translates housing energy data into region-specific workforce insights to support local authorities and delivery partners in planning retrofit programmes.
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February 18, 2026 at 9:36 AM
A new tool has been launched that translates housing energy data into region-specific workforce insights to support local authorities and delivery partners in planning retrofit programmes.
A well-respected figure who has spent more than 20 years working within the property factoring industry is to lead the next chapter of The Property Institute Scotland (TPI Scotland) following its formation with the merger between TPI and Property Managers Association Scotland (PMAS).
David Doran steps into role of chair at TPI Scotland
A well-respected figure who has spent more than 20 years working within the property factoring industry is to lead the next chapter of The Property Institute Scotland (TPI Scotland) following its formation with the merger between TPI and Property Managers Association Scotland (PMAS).
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February 18, 2026 at 9:15 AM
A well-respected figure who has spent more than 20 years working within the property factoring industry is to lead the next chapter of The Property Institute Scotland (TPI Scotland) following its formation with the merger between TPI and Property Managers Association Scotland (PMAS).
Orkney Islands Council has agreed to place a new housing development in Stromness onto its capital programme.
Council adds Stromness housing development to capital programme
Orkney Islands Council has agreed to place a new housing development in Stromness onto its capital programme.
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February 18, 2026 at 9:03 AM
Orkney Islands Council has agreed to place a new housing development in Stromness onto its capital programme.
Midlothian residents are invited to a drop‑in event to preview the drawings that will be submitted to planning for 23 new council homes on the old pool and Church Hall sites in Newtongrange.
Proposed designs for new Midlothian Council homes to go on show
Midlothian residents are invited to a drop‑in event to preview the drawings that will be submitted to planning for 23 new council homes on the old pool and Church Hall sites in Newtongrange.
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February 18, 2026 at 8:49 AM
Midlothian residents are invited to a drop‑in event to preview the drawings that will be submitted to planning for 23 new council homes on the old pool and Church Hall sites in Newtongrange.
The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) has appointed Paul Bradley to lead its policy, public affairs and communications.
SFHA unveils new director of external affairs ahead of Scottish elections
The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) has appointed Paul Bradley to lead its policy, public affairs and communications.
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February 18, 2026 at 8:16 AM
The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) has appointed Paul Bradley to lead its policy, public affairs and communications.