News and events
Homelessness news & updates
Selected updates from Glasgow and across Scotland.
Selected updates from Glasgow and across Scotland
From time to time, we share important developments relating to homelessness, housing and support services that may be relevant to our community.
October 2026
Warm Home Discount Scheme now open
The Warm Discount Scheme is now open. If you're eligible, you could get £150 off your electricity bill this winter. For now, all you need to do is keep an eye out for a letter from the government. You can also check if you're eligible at gov.uk/the-warm-home-discount-scheme. The scheme works differently in Scotland. You may need to apply directly to your energy supplier in Scotland.
September 2026
New home for drug and alcohol support in South Glasgow
From Wednesday 23 September, WithYou will take over specialist drug and alcohol community services in South Glasgow from Enable (previously Mungo Foundation).
July 2026
New Prime Minister pledges to end homelessness
The government said an additional £340m will be provided to support the policy.
July 2026
£50 million homelessness prevention fund begins rollout
The Scottish Government has announced new funding aimed at preventing homelessness through earlier support.
April 2026
New supported housing village opens near Glasgow
A new supported housing development has opened in Rutherglen to help people affected by homelessness rebuild stability.
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