Renters and landlords prepare for rent control bill vote

MSP's will debate the rent controls and the wider elements of the Housing Bill next Thursday.

Lobby groups are making last-ditch efforts to persuade the Scottish Government to amend its Housing Bill legislation ahead of a vote next week.

The legislation, lodged earlier this year, allows ministers to create rent control zones following a recommendation from local councils.

Some tenants say proposals aren’t strong enough, while landlords feel tougher regulation will cripple the sector.

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