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Meeting of the Parliament 25 March 2026 [Draft]

25 Mar 2026 · S6 · Meeting of the Parliament
Item of business
Portfolio Question Time
Older People’s Housing
McAllan, Màiri SNP Clydesdale Watch on SPTV

I agree with that. In my responses to Karen Adam, I was clear about local authorities’ responsibility to plan for that and the co-operation that we have with local authorities in making sure that it is delivered.

I place on the record that the Scottish Government has committed to updating “Housing for Varying Needs” within two years of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 having come through Parliament. We understand that, as we develop new housing, it has to be fit for people’s needs, now and in the future. Equally, looking at our existing stock, we have committed to reviewing the adaptations system as a whole to ensure that it continues to deliver for people who need it in our communities.

In the same item of business

3. Karen Adam (Banffshire and Buchan Coast) (SNP) SNP
To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to ensure that older people’s housing, including sheltered housing, is prioritised in local housing p...
The Cabinet Secretary for Housing (Màiri McAllan) SNP
Local authorities, as statutory housing authorities, are required to assess housing requirements locally and to set out how those will be met in their local ...
Karen Adam SNP
Over the past five years, in representing Banffshire and Buchan Coast, I have met many older constituents who are deeply worried about the future of such com...
Màiri McAllan SNP
I share Karen Adam’s view on the importance of specialist housing. To be clear, I expect local authorities to ensure that the housing needs of their older po...
Alexander Stewart (Mid Scotland and Fife) (Con) Con
Housing for older people is a key priority that is driven by an ageing population. Does the Scottish Government recognise that prioritising the right type of...
Màiri McAllan SNP
I agree with that. In my responses to Karen Adam, I was clear about local authorities’ responsibility to plan for that and the co-operation that we have with...