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In what is perhaps the most significant announcement that I will make today, I can confirm to Parliament that we will take immediate action to protect tenants in the private and social rented sectors.
The Scottish Government has a leadership role in delivering social homes that meet the needs of Scotland’s diverse population and to help build capacity within social landlords to ensure staff have the training and resources they need to better meet the needs of their tenants. The Committee asks the Scottish Government how it will exercise this role.
A series of amendments were made on housing issues, particularly relating to the rights of tenants and potential evictions arsing as a result of the pandemic.