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Scotland has its own tenancy law, courts and regulatory framework, so the issues facing Scottish landlords often differ from those in England and Wales. This category curates practical news and guidance for property investors and letting agents across Scotland. Expect coverage of Private Residential Tenancies, rent control policy, eviction procedures in the First-tier Tribunal (Housing and Property Chamber), landlord registration, letting agent regulation, selective and HMO licensing, planning and short-term let rules, EPC and energy standards, and financing trends that affect yields and refinancing. We also spotlight regional market data, compliance deadlines and council-level initiatives, together with case studies that show how other landlords navigate change. The aim is to help you make confident, commercially sound decisions that protect income, reduce risk and support long-term portfolio planning. Subscribe to stay ahead of legislative updates and best practice from Aberdeen to Glasgow, the Highlands and the Borders.

Scottish Conservatives warn SNP’s national housing agency will fail to fix Scottish housing crisis

Scottish Conservatives warn SNP’s national housing agency will fail to fix Scottish housing crisis

The Scottish government has announced a new national housing agency to tackle the housing crisis. More Homes Scotland agency will operate...

Author: Property118.com News Team

0:01 AM, 23rd January 2026 | 0

Scottish landlords call for balanced approach on damp and mould regulations

Scottish landlords call for balanced approach on damp and mould regulations

A landlord association has warned that new regulations on damp and mould must not impede landlords in Scotland. The Scottish government...

Author: Property118.com News Team

0:01 AM, 22nd January 2026 | 0

Social landlords gain powers to protect abuse victims

Social landlords gain powers to protect abuse victims

Social landlords in Scotland are set to gain new powers to keep domestic abuse victims safely in their homes under regulations put...

Author: Property118.com News Team

0:01 AM, 16th January 2026 | 0

Scottish Budget sparks housing tax backlash

Scottish Budget sparks housing tax backlash

Scotland’s finance and local government secretary, Shona Robison, has set out the Scottish Budget 2026-27, unveiling housing...

Author: Property118.com News Team

9:23 AM, 15th January 2026 | 0

Call for Scottish Budget to help landlords

Call for Scottish Budget to help landlords

Tomorrow’s Scottish Budget must provide meaningful support across the entire housing market, including help for landlords, if the...

Author: Property118.com News Team

0:01 AM, 12th January 2026 | 0

Rent controls and excessive legislation worsen Scottish housing crisis

Rent controls and excessive legislation worsen Scottish housing crisis

Legislation to help tenants in Scotland has backfired as the number of rural rental properties records a dramatic drop. Scottish Land...

Author: Property118.com News Team

0:01 AM, 9th January 2026 | 1

Scotland’s largest landlord is buying homes for social rent

Scotland’s largest landlord is buying homes for social rent

Scotland’s biggest registered social landlord has begun buying homes across Glasgow to boost the city’s supply of affordable...

Author: Property118.com News Team

0:01 AM, 6th January 2026 | 4

Charity urges Scottish government to act as private renters’ debt hits £4,000

Charity urges Scottish government to act as private renters’ debt hits £4,000

A charity is calling for the Scottish government to do more to tackle rising rents, as private renters’ debt is on average £4,000.

Author: Property118.com News Team

0:01 AM, 24th December 2025 | 0

Shelter Scotland demands 15,000 social homes as temporary accommodation increases

Shelter Scotland demands 15,000 social homes as temporary accommodation increases

Shelter Scotland is calling on the Scottish government to build more than 15,000 social homes as the number of people in temporary...

Author: Property118.com News Team

0:01 AM, 18th December 2025 | 4

Scottish Conservatives condemn government over homelessness failures

Scottish Conservatives condemn government over homelessness failures

The Scottish Conservatives claim the Scottish government has failed to get a grip on Scotland’s homelessness crisis. The Scottish...

Author: Property118.com News Team

0:01 AM, 11th December 2025 | 0

Scottish landlords urge Scottish government not to follow England’s tax hikes

Scottish landlords urge Scottish government not to follow England’s tax hikes

The Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL) is warning the Scottish government not to impose a tax hike on landlords in the upcoming...

Author: Property118.com News Team

0:01 AM, 2nd December 2025 | 0

Landlord exodus and rent controls drive rising rents across Scotland

Landlord exodus and rent controls drive rising rents across Scotland

Rents continue to rise in Scotland as the Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL) warned this was inevitable due to landlords leaving...

Author: Property118.com News Team

0:01 AM, 1st December 2025 | 1

Scotland’s rent controls set for 2027 as industry bodies call for more guidance

Scotland’s rent controls set for 2027 as industry bodies call for more guidance

Rent controls in Scotland will be introduced in phases and are not expected to take effect until mid-2027. Under the Housing (Scotland)...

Author: Property118.com News Team

0:01 AM, 27th November 2025 | 0

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