SFHA comment SHR report on thematic review on rent increases by social landlords

Posted Wednesday 7th September by Admin User

The Scottish Housing Regulgator has published a thematic review of rent increases by Scottish social landlords. SFHA Chief Executive, Sally Thomas has commented on its findings. 

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The Scottish Housing Regulgator has published a thematic review of rent increases by Scottish social landlords. It is published in the context of the announcement by the Scottish Government of a rent freeze for landlords in Scotland until the end of March 2023. 

Sally Thomas, Chief Executive, Scottish Federation of Housing Associations, said

"This report is a timely reminder that every social landlord in Scotland raised rents by less than inflation this year, as part of their efforts to support tenants through the cost of living crisis. Housing associations and co-operatives exist to provide good quality, affordable homes – that’s why rent levels in the social sector are typically half the level charged in the private sector. We will always work hard to keep rents as low as possible."

Rent increases by Scottish Social Landlords: A thematic review | Scottish Housing Regulator