Tag: Housing Crisis
Housing Crisis Reaches Critical Turning Point
In the wake of the Scottish government’s recent declaration of a national housing crisis, CIH Scotland has expressed hope that this will prompt the necessary political reaction to address the pressing housing issues in Scotland. Shirley-Anne Somerville, the social justice secretary, attributes the crisis to factors such as a decade of financial austerity in the…
Future Leaders: Tackling the Housing Crisis 2024
The issue of housing is a key focus in the current election. Given our shaky economy, and looking back at history, we can see that the state of housing often predicts wider economic trends. There have been slight increases in house prices and approvals for mortgages, indicating a potential recovery. However, without significant reforms, it’s…
Increasing Issues with Homelessness and Children without Homes
Last year, the number of people sleeping on the streets soared by 27%, reaching nearly 4,000 individuals, according to a Shelter analysis of government figures. The number of homeless children has also climbed by 14%, with 142,490 children now lacking a permanent home, an increase of 16,960 from the previous year. Additionally, the number of…