Tag: Patrick Harvie
OPINION: Populist housing policies driving a dangerous ‘slapdash’ approach
“We have had enough of experts” has become the mantra for poor policy decisions and the modus operandi for governments focused on...
LATEST: Scottish Government sets out its controversial rental reform plans
Scotland has launched plans for an overhaul of its rented sector that include a controversial system of rent controls.
EXCLUSIVE: Controversial Scots renting reforms to be revealed ‘before Xmas’
A new strategy for the private rented sector is to be published by the Scottish government before Christmas, its new housing minister...
LATEST: Scots landlords face new EPC rules but up to £15,000...
Scottish landlords have until 2028 to meet energy efficiency standards but can access interest-free loans of up to £15,000 to help them...
Scotland appoints new ‘minister for tenants’ rights’ following power sharing deal
England, Wales and Northern Ireland all have ministers who look after the private rental sector (PRS) but now Scotland is to get...