Ruth Maguire MSP has asked the Scottish Government to consider a proposal for compulsory rental orders to help provide much need homes for children and families. During Portfolio Question time in the Scottish Parliament today, Ruth Maguire MSP asked: "Empty properties left disrepair are a blight on neighbourhoods and could be providing much need homes for... Continue Reading →
Night Shelters to be Phased Out for Rehousing Centres
Ruth Maguire MSP has welcomed the Scottish Government announcement that night shelters are being replaced with rapid rehousing welcome centres for people who would otherwise be sleeping rough this winter, in updated plans for tackling homelessness. Announced in an updated action plan for tackling homelessness, the centres are part of plans to phase out night... Continue Reading →
UK Government Must Reconsider Funding Position to Prevent Homelessness
Ruth Maguire MSP has today echoed the Housing Minister’s call for Westminster to reconsider its position on people with no recourse to public funds (NRPF). This follows a letter which was received by Immigration Minister Chris Philp which stated that despite the current global pandemic, the Home Office had no plans to suspend its approach... Continue Reading →
Ruth Maguire MSP pledges support for Shelter Scotland’s Right to a Home campaign
Ruth Maguire MSP has signed up to support Shelter Scotland’s call for the right to a home being enshrined in Scottish Law Ruth Maguire, MSP for Cunninghame South has signed Shelter Scotland’s petition to have the right to decent home enshrined in Scottish Law. The campaign was launched after research conducted by YouGov for Shelter... Continue Reading →
Ruth Maguire MSP (SNP) 