#stuc19 The STUC has voted to back a campaign to ban evictions during winter months, following the example of new
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Anger over delays to freedom of information rights for housing association tenants
UNISON Scotland and The Campaign for Freedom of Information in Scotland have written to the Scottish Government criticising further delays
Read moreSolidarity with Grenfell Tower victims and survivors
UNISON pledged once more to stand in solidarity with Grenfell Tower victims and survivors, calling for justice for Grenfell, for
Read moreHomelessness campaign: A secure home is a basic human need
UNISON is challenging all political parties and interest groups to work together to develop a national strategy to address homelessness,
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First Minister must intervene in Bield Housing decision to close 12 care homes
Bield Housing and Care, announced yesterday (11 October) that they intend to close 12 care homes in Edinburgh, Falkirk, Glasgow,
Read moreBriefing 082 Policy – Tackling the housing crisis in Scotland – November 2016
KEY POINTS: * Investment in social housing – including council housing – is the key to addressing Scotland’s housing crisis. * The
Read moreDraft Budget 2017-18: Evidence to Scottish Parliament Local Government Committee – Oct 2016
Summary: Local government budget It is very difficult to respond to calls for evidence on a budget when there is so
Read moreCouncil Connections 15 – May 2016
Local Government Reform While we await the new Scottish Government’s legislative programme, it seems clear that local government is in
Read moreNo more excuses – time to address Scotland’s housing crisis.
#STUC16 The STUC will press the incoming Scottish Government to back Shelter Scotland’s campaign for a radical programme to build
Read moreMSP e-briefing: Local Government Budget – Feb 2016
MSP e-briefing: Local Government Budget – Feb 2016 Cuts to Local Government are Unsustainable Public expenditure in Scotland faces year-on-year
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