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Following concerns raised by constituents about the lack of available social housing in North East Fife, I met with social housing providers, including Fife Council, to find out more details about this issue. My office has also resumed their meetings with Fife Councils Housing Department and have been discussing live casework, as well as the ongoing Housing Emergency.
It is clear that last year’s brutal cut to the affordable homes programme is making it so much harder for people to secure housing that meets their needs. In North East Fife we have almost 14,000 people on the waiting list for a home, with some waiting up to 17 years.
The Scottish Government needs to recognise just how many people are in crisis situations and how many families are struggling with housing costs.
Scottish Liberal Democrats want to see funding that can bring empty homes back into use, build more homes and re-establish social rent as a viable long-term option.
My office and I are acutely aware of the frustration caused by resolution delays and appreciate that this has been exacerbated by the anxiety generated by the Housing Emergency.
I wish to assure my Constituents that I continue to work closely with the Council on this issue, encouraging new discussion and supporting the consideration of unique solutions.