Blogs

The focus of our AGM was firmly on one of Scotland’s most pressing housing challenges: empty homes. The event brought together a diverse group of voices, from local authorities and housing associations to social enterprises and contractors, all committed to finding practical solutions to address the issues faced with empty homes.

Team Jak is a local charity that provides emotional, social and practical support to children and young people with cancer and their families. The charity have a number of locations across Scotland, known as Jak’s Den’s but the chairties reach extends beyond these location to ensure no family faces their journey alone.

The Scottish Government published its Housing Emergency Action Plan, focused on three key areas to eradicate child poverty, support the housing needs of vulnerable groups and invest in Scotland’s housing sector, through acceleration of the planning system and construction of new affordable housing.

You may have noticed a familiar face appear recently. We're excited to welcome Alan Webster to our team as our new Technical Support Officer. With over 30 years in the construction industry, Alan brings a wealth of experience to our growing team.

A further £20 million of additional funding has been announced by the Scottish Government to accelerate its cladding remediation programme and extend support to social landlords.

Laurie Carberry has announced she is stepping down as Chair of the Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA).

Our continued support for the SURF Awards reflects our belief in the power of community-led regeneration and our commitment to recognising the people and projects driving meaningful, lasting change across Scotland.

Amanda spent the day volunteering at one of Wheatley’s retirement homes in Edinburgh in the company of residents and staff of the complex.

The Community Wealth Building Bill has been introduced by The Scottish Government to create jobs and drive economic growth by boosting investment in communities.

It’s been four years since Lintel Trust joined Scottish Procurement Alliance and the wider LHC Procurement Group. During this time, Lintel Trust has made a positive impact in shaping our organisation, sharing valuable insights with our partners and assisting our funded projects - widening their impact, achieving ambitions and informing their journey.