Scotland

The Scottish Government has confirmed plans to establish a new national housing agency, More Homes Scotland. This agency is intended to simplify delivery, increase scale and speed up the supply of new homes across the country. The agency is expected to begin operating in 2027 to 28, with full functionality from 2028 to 29, subject to parliamentary approval and the outcome of the next Scottish...

Balancing policy, people and performance Scotland’s housing system is entering a new phase of reform. The Housing (Scotland) Bill places greater emphasis on fairness, affordability and tenant protection. As a result, it will support the creation of stable, well-managed rental homes. These homes will serve a broader range of households. Within this context, Build to Rent (BTR) has become an...

The recently published Housing Investment Taskforce Report offers a considered and pragmatic response to the ongoing challenges in Scotland’s housing system. With rising costs, limited public funding, and increasing pressure across all tenures, the report rightly shifts the focus toward creating the conditions for long-term investment. Moreover, it calls for more flexible delivery models. Its central...

Supporting sustainable new build delivery for developers, landlords, and housing providers Edinburgh, 6 May 2025 – New build housing consultancy and letting agency Highlight Housing has launched a dedicated new homes sales and property management service across Edinburgh and the Lothians, aimed at supporting housing developers, portfolio landlords, and housing associations with a focus on EPC C+...

We’re pleased to share that Highlight Housing is now an approved Scottish Letting Agency, officially registered with Letting Agent Registration Number LARN2503008. This milestone marks the next step in our journey to support the delivery and long-term management of good-quality new build homes across Scotland. As we expand our services, we will soon be launching tenant allocation, rental management,...

The Scottish Government’s latest quarterly housing statistics, covering the year ending December 2024, reveal notable trends in housing completions, new build starts, and affordable housing supply. Key Findings: Total Housing Completions: 19,797 homes were completed, marking a 7% decrease (1,441 fewer homes) compared to the previous year. New Build Starts: 15,050 new homes commenced...