As the weather improves, spring is the perfect time to tidy outdoor spaces and prepare for the months ahead. A few small jobs now can help keep your garden or outdoor area safe and enjoyable. Simple spring jobs to consider: Cut back overgrown plants or hedges Clear leaves or debris from paths and steps Sweep…
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Fire safety in communal areas
We’ll soon be carrying out fire risk assessments in the communal areas of our general needs flats. The programme will run over the next six months, and you’ll receive a letter before any visit takes place in your block. In the meantime, we’d like to share a reminder about fire safety in communal areas. Keep…
Spring cleaning and ventilation tips
Spring is a good time to refresh your home and make sure it stays well ventilated. Condensation can build up in homes during colder months. Simple steps can help reduce moisture and keep your home healthier. Easy ways to improve ventilation Open windows regularly to let fresh air circulate Use extractor fans in kitchens and…
Tenant Survey Results: What you told us and what we’re doing about it
In December, we sent out a short survey to understand how tenants feel about our homes, services and priorities. We received over 240 responses, giving us valuable insight into what matters most to you. The purpose of the survey was to sense-check our current priorities as part of this year’s desktop review of the business…
Please verify your email address for your Direct Debit
Over the next couple of weeks, you will receive an email directly from our Direct Debit provider, Allpay, asking you to verify your email address. We’re writing to let you know this is genuine and to ask you to please click the link in the email when it arrives. It only takes a moment. Below…
Find financial support in minutes
We know that covering everyday costs can be challenging, especially with rising bills and household expenses. That’s why we’ve partnered with Lightning Reach – a free, secure platform that helps you find and apply for financial support in just a few clicks. With over 2,500 grants and funding options available from charities, councils, and other…
Electrical testing
By law, we have to carry out electrical checks every five years in your home. We will test wiring, switches and sockets to make sure they are safe. We will fix any faults that we find. We will also test smoke and fire detectors and replace if necessary. To help us complete inspections in time,…
Cairn appoints Jo MacLennan as Director of People and Insights
We have appointed Jo MacLennan as Director of People and Insights, completing the organisation’s new executive leadership structure. The role marks the final stage in a series of organisational changes led by Chief Executive Audrey Simpson, designed to strengthen Cairn’s culture, invest in its people and build a forward thinking, high performing organisation. These changes…
Cairn appoints Shona Mitchell as Head of Public Affairs, Strategy and Communications
We have appointed Shona Mitchell as Head of Public Affairs, Strategy and Communications to drive stronger policy influence and strategic direction. In this newly created role, Shona will lead on shaping and delivering Cairn’s public affairs strategy, ensuring the organisation is well-positioned to respond to national and local policy developments. The role also brings together…
Damp, Mould and Condensation
Most social homes in Scotland are of good quality. However, damp is a big issue for many households thanks to the nation’s climate, where we experience wetter and colder weather for a lot of the year. As we enter winter, where this issue can be exacerbated, here is some useful information about damp, what causes…
