Record high reported in homelessness numbers
THE number of people classified as ‘homeless’ at the end of September last year was at its highest since such data began to be collected…
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Still, 15.7 per cent of Scotland’s shops lying vacant
SHOP vacancy rates in Scotland remain stubbornly high, at almost one in six – according to the latest figures released by a trade association for…
22,000 new-build homes completed during latest 12-months reporting period
ALMOST 22,000 new homes were built in Scotland, during the 12 months up to June last year – according to latest figures. Says the Scottish…
250 deaths recorded among people experiencing homelessness
AN estimated 250 people died while experiencing homelessness in Scotland during last year, according to new figures published by National Records of Scotland. Says…
Investigation reveals paucity of Scots owners of high street properties
AN estimated nine per cent of properties on Edinburgh’s main thoroughfare of Princes Street are believed to be owned by companies registered in Scotland. The…
House prices, Scotland, September 2022
THE average price of a house in Scotland during the month of September was £191,941 – some 7.3 per cent up on the same month…
Mental wellbeing among Scots reported to have recently declined
THE average level of mental wellbeing among adults in Scotland is reported to have recently declined, according to research published by the Scottish Government. According…
One in ten Scots identify ‘improving housing’ as their top priority
ONE in ten Scots want the Scottish Government to improve housing, as their top priority – according to a survey of the nation’s attitudes. Says…
Campaign group urges pay-per-mile charging for car use
THERE is a potentially growing appetite – according to research just published – for car use to be charged on a pay-per-mile basis. Says the…
House prices, Scotland, August
THE average price of a house in Scotland during the month of August was £195,391 – some 9.7 per cent up on the same month…