Reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC)

Reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC)

There has been much in the press lately about the presence of RAAC in schools. It can also be found in housing although SAL understands that its use in housing is not widespread. RAAC was used in the construction of some buildings from the mid 1950s to the mid 1990s....
How to prepare for doing your Self Assessment tax return

How to prepare for doing your Self Assessment tax return

An article by GoSimpleTax It’s an all too familiar scene for many sole traders, landlords and other Self Assessment taxpayers. Despite leaving it until a week or two before the online-filing deadline on 31 January, you’re not too worried about completing your Self...
BBC Debate Night – upcoming dates

BBC Debate Night – upcoming dates

DO YOU WANT TO BE IN THE STUDIO AUDIENCE OF A BBC TV PROGRAMME? Debate Night is BBC Scotland’s political TV discussion show and we want the people of Scotland to have their say. The programme is travelling across the country on Wednesday evenings, and we would love to...
Are heat networks the solution for heating Scotland’s tenements?

Are heat networks the solution for heating Scotland’s tenements?

Under One Roof recently ran a webinar focusing on zero emission heating options for Scottish tenements. The webinar explores different options for heating tenement flats including the potential for heat networks in Scotland’s towns and cities which could supply...
Misleading or unfair tenancy terms

Misleading or unfair tenancy terms

A recent tribunal case has highlighted the importance of ensuring that tenancy terms are enforceable and not misleading or unfair. The case centred on a property in St Andrews where the landlord had asked the letting agent to include a lease term requiring the tenant...
Local authorities call for lifting of COLA

Local authorities call for lifting of COLA

Local authority chief executives and housing officers have joined calls for the Cost of Living Act (COLA) legislation to be lifted. This is the legislation which introduced the eviction moratorium and rent freeze/rent caps. A report produced by the Society of Local...
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