Current status: Answered by Mairi McAllan on 3 February 2026
To ask the Scottish Government, regarding the Landlord Registration regime, what assurance it has been given that local authorities are not structurally bypassing statutory enforcement provisions, and what steps might be taken to ensure that the regime operates effectively.
Local authorities have a statutory duty to administer and enforce the Landlord Registration regime in accordance with the Antisocial Behaviour etc. (Scotland) Act 2004, supported by statutory guidance issued by Scottish Ministers.
The Scottish Government has not received any evidence to suggest that local authorities are structurally bypassing their statutory enforcement responsibilities.
We continue to support local authorities in delivering the regime effectively by providing guidance, sharing best practice, and monitoring issues raised by stakeholders. We will keep the operation of the regime under review and consider further measures, where appropriate, to ensure it continues to function as intended.