We are letting you know about changes to Scottish housing law that may affect tenants later this year. You do not need to do anything just now, but we want to make sure you know about the changes and where to get help if you need it. Some of the changes come into force on…
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Have your say on Cairn’s future
Cairn is developing a new business plan that will set our priorities, spending decisions and strategic direction for the three years from April 2027 to 2030. A business plan is an important document that guides how we use our resources, improve our services, invest in our homes and communities, and respond to the challenges and…
Cairn brings community together at annual Irvine fun day
Families from across Irvine came together for a day of fun, activities and community spirit at our annual fun day, held at Redburn Community Centre. The free event welcomed tenants and local residents for an afternoon packed with entertainment and activities, including a bouncy castle, face painting, a disco, giant games, inflatable axe throwing and…
Mid-market rent homes available in Lambhill this autumn
Pentland Community Enterprises (PCE), our commercial subsidiary, has a number of new mid-market rent homes becoming available in the Lambhill area of Glasgow this autumn. PCE is offering 21 newly built homes for rent, including 14 two-bedroom properties and seven three-bedroom properties. The homes have been finished to a high standard and include: floor coverings…
Cairn helps preserve highland housing history for future generations
Cairn Housing Association has partnered with High Life Highland Archive Service to preserve a significant collection of historic housing records and drawings linked to communities across the Scottish Highlands. The archive includes original drawings and documents relating to the development of several highland communities and housing estates, including Hilton, Kinmylies, Pennyland and Mount Pleasant. Many…
Cairn delivers major energy efficiency upgrade for Aviemore homes
Tenants at Munro Place in Aviemore are set to benefit from warmer, more energy-efficient homes following major investment, delivered in partnership with MP Group UK. We completed a significant retrofit project at the 30-home development, replacing outdated heating systems with air source heat pumps and introducing a range of additional energy efficiency measures designed to…
Newsletter survey results
In the last issue of the newsletter we asked tenants what they thought of the content, format, length and frequency of the newsletter. Thanks to everyone who took the time to give their feedback. We had 25 responses to the survey and the responses were generally positive on what we are doing. We also received…
Water Safety After a Holiday: What You Need to Know
Many people will be heading away on holiday over the summer. If your home has been empty for a week or more, it’s important to take a few simple steps when you return to help keep your water safe. What is Legionella? Legionella is a type of bacteria that can be found in water systems….
Charging e-bikes, e-scooters and vapes safely
E-bikes, e-scooters and rechargeable vapes have become increasingly popular, but it’s important to remember that the lithium-ion batteries they use can pose a fire risk if they’re damaged, faulty or charged incorrectly. Across the UK, fires involving lithium-ion batteries have increased significantly in recent years. While these incidents remain relatively uncommon, they can spread quickly…
Summer Safety at Home: BBQs, Gardens and Home Security
Summer is a great time to spend more time outdoors, whether that’s relaxing in the garden, hosting a barbecue or enjoying longer evenings. A few simple precautions can help keep you and your home safe. BBQ safety Barbecues can be enjoyable, but they also present a fire risk if not used carefully. Remember to: Keep…
