I’m looking forward to travelling to Edinburgh on Tuesday to attend the Scottish Empty Homes Conference being run by Shelter Scotland. There are over 23,000 long term private sector empty homes in Scotland. Each one is a waste and a lost opportunity for the thousands of people who cannot access decent housing. I am hoping to learn more about the funding strategies being used for this initiative and to hear all about a case study from West Dunbartonshire Council.

I’m not averse to a wee night out in Edinburgh either and hope to spend some time in the capital. I will share my thoughts when I return.