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Glasgow misses new affordable homes target as construction costs rise
Targets for the delivery of new affordable homes in Glasgow were missed last year, with construction hampered by rising costs. The Scottish government provided £127.75m for the city's affordable ...
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Scottish Fundraising Awards 2026 shortlist announced
Scottish Fundraising Awarwds 2025. Photo: CIOF Scotland. Fundraisers and charities across Scotland are to be recognised for their outstanding achievements after being shortlisted for the Scottish ...
1000 new homes planned for empty land in North Glasgow
Ambitious plans to create 1000 homes in a decades-old derelict land site in Glasgow are set to be approved this week.
Glasgow student accommodation project reaches key stage
Unite Students has topped out its £126m Alexander Quay development, which will provide 934 student beds in Glasgow from 2027.
Teen's heartwarming fundraiser for Glasgow hospital charity that has cared for her 'entire life'
16-year-old Connie has been cared for by teams in both Yorkhill and the Royal Hospital for Children her entire life. After birth, she was diagnosed with Spinal Dysraphism and underwent her first major ...
Asda grants £15,000 to improve Glasgow south side community centre
Crossroads Youth and Community Association in Glasgow’s south side has received a £15,000 grant for building repairs and improvements.
Glasgow community space to undergo major repairs after £15,000 grant
A £15,000 grant is set to transform a community space in Glasgow's south side. Crossroads Youth and Community Association in Glasgow's south side has been awarded the funding by ...
£15,000 Asda grant to improve Glasgow community centre
Crossroads Youth and Community Association in Glasgow’s south side has received a £15,000 grant for building repairs and improvements.
Glasgow doctors to swap scrubs for sheet music in charity concert
One of those helping to organise the event is Dr Arthur Doyle, Consultant Renal Physician at the Queen Elizabeth, and concertmaster of the European Doctors' Orchestra. He will be joined by GP Dr ...
Silverburn beach raised £50,000 for Glasgow charity
Flamingo Beach at Silverburn has raised £50,000 for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity. The seaside inspired attraction created a city-centre escape for families with sand, sun loungers, and a ...
Former volunteer takes on family support role in Glasgow
Eloise McCormack has transitioned from a parent volunteer to a professional family support worker within Glasgow.
Inverclyde loneliness project wins national recognition
A Glasgow-based charity addressing social isolation is being honoured in a joint campaign by The National Lottery and Co-op.
Glasgow volunteer celebrates half-century with SSAFA
A Pollokshields man has been recognised for his 50 years of dedicated service to the Armed Forces charity.
Sir Chris Hoy backs Glasgow cancer cycling fundraiser
The Olympic cycling champion is partnering with ScottishPower to help boost funds for cancer research through an upcoming cycling event.
Major Glasgow student housing development hits milestone
Construction on the £126m Alexander Quay project has reached its highest point as work continues on the site.
Glasgow youth hub receives £15,000 for building upgrades
A vital community space in Glasgow’s south side has secured a grant from the Asda Foundation to fund essential repairs.
New energy-efficient social homes finished in Govan
A development of 43 sustainable homes has been handed over to residents in the Govan area of Glasgow.
Highland affordable housing project reaches national finals
A community-led housing project in the Highlands has been shortlisted for a major Scottish social enterprise award.
£15,000 grant gives Glasgow community hub the repairs it needs to keep serving local families
Crossroads Youth and Community Association in Glasgow has received £15,000 from the Asda Foundation for essential repairs to its community building.
Glasgow teenager raises more than £6,000 for the children’s hospital that has cared for her since birth
Sixteen-year-old Connie organised a music fundraiser for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity after a lifetime of treatment, raising more than £6,000.
Sir Chris Hoy’s Tour de 4 returns with four ways to ride for cancer charities
Tour de 4 returns to Glasgow on 6 September with road, family and static-bike options designed to let people of different abilities take part and raise money for cancer causes.
Doctors swap scrubs for sheet music in Glasgow concert for children’s hospices
Doctors from Glasgow hospitals will join the European Doctors Orchestra for a charity concert raising money for Children’s Hospices Across Scotland.
Glasgow’s indoor beach raises £50,000 for children’s hospital charity
Silverburn’s Flamingo Beach welcomed 21,000 visitors this summer and raised £50,000 for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity.
Up to £14m support could help reopen Glasgow’s People’s Palace
The Scottish Government has announced conditional support of up to £14 million towards refurbishing and reopening the People’s Palace and Winter Gardens.