24 May 2023

We are aware many of our tenants and service users will be alert to the recent media coverage concerning succession to tenancy; and we are pleased to have reached an amicable solution in this case.

As a registered social landlord in Scotland we have an obligation to ensure our decisions are compliant with the terms of the legislation which include, for example, evidence of occupancy of the property which is the subject of an application for succession. 

When a housing application is made to GWHA, full details of all household members are requested. The importance of this information is confirmed before an offer of housing is made; at the time of viewing the property, and again when the tenant signs the legally binding Scottish Secure Tenancy Agreement. The importance of keeping this information up to date during the course of the tenancy is also explained, and is repeated through our newsletters and other communications.

Demand for GWHA housing stock far outstrips the availability of accommodation, and we are only ever able to meet the needs of a very small percentage of applicants who apply to us for rehousing. With a 51% increase in housing applications in the last year alone, as at 24 May 2023 we hold a waiting list of 1,633 applicants. Our responsibility to our GWHA community and wider service-users, in addition to ensuring compliance with our regulatory and statutory duties remains our priority in the management of our housing stock.

If you require further information about the terms of your tenancy or about options for rehousing, please contact our offices for advice and support.