Question reference: S6W-20449
- Asked by: Paul Sweeney, MSP for Glasgow, Scottish Labour
- Date lodged: 7 August 2023
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Current status: Answered by Paul McLennan on 30 August 2023
Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on when compulsory sales orders will be introduced in Scotland, in light of the reported announcement by the leader of Glasgow City Council on 3 August 2023.
Answer
We are aware of local authority interest in Compulsory Sales Orders and continue to work with them to explore the justification for, and potential practical operation of this tool. In the meantime, Compulsory Purchase Order powers are available, and are being well utilised to return empty homes into use. We have committed to progress work to reform and modernise Compulsory Purchase Orders, starting with the appointment of an expert advisory group in 2023-24.