Jane Wood

Chief Executive at Homes for Scotland
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[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

Delighted to see such strong coverage of our joint call with @sfha_hq, @CIHScotland & @jrf_uk ahead of the @ScotParl Budget vote. I hope @ScotGovFM will think again about the proposed cuts & that MSPs will carefully consider the housing needs of their constituents as they vote.

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

Very encouraging to hear the focus on planning & home building while at @ScottishLabour's Business Forum today. I look forward to engaging with @AnasSarwar & his team on the detail of their proposals so that Scotland can maximise the social & economic benefits of home building

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

Scotland’s chronic housing crisis sits at a critical juncture: 3 LAs with declared housing emergencies & a bleak budget for the upcoming year.

[Homes for Scotland @H_F_S]

The new report we are publishing today shows a quarter of all households in Scotland are in at least one form of housing need, demonstrating that this is a more complex and far wider issue than currently being accounted for https://t.co/tZKEs0PYSk

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

Key @H_F_S training calls include the need to ensure understanding of the Local Development Plan process, the appropriate use of planning conditions, development economics/site viability and the appeals process (including costs for both applicant and local authority).

[Homes for Scotland @H_F_S]

We've welcomed proposals for mandatory training on planning for elected officials. This is a very technical area so training is vital to ensure decisions are consistent, robust & based on policy. #deliveringmore #homesforscotland
https://t.co/O9SJF57413

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

With housing fundamental to the social wellbeing of everyone living in Scotland, from their physical and mental health to education, learning and so much more, I am delighted to be supporting this year’s #ScottishHousingDay which is focusing on careers across the sector.

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

Scotland simply cannot afford, either socially or economically, to let these trends continue but issues with the new National Planning Framework 4 unfortunately point to such an outcome.

[Homes for Scotland @H_F_S]

We are shocked by today's planning app stats for housing: major apps down 46% & decision times for local apps up c40%. In the context of the shortfall of the c114k homes accumulated since 2008, things are becoming worse https://t.co/9KUpfrVK2F

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

I recently visited a Passivhaus site myself to find out more about this standard. Whilst excellent, it does come with some challenging constraints & scalability remains far off which goes to your point on impeding #s @Willie_Rennie. #deliveringmore #homesforscotland #NetZeroWeek

[Willie Rennie @willie_rennie]

Last week I visited Donaldson Timber Engineering to talk to them about their ideas on a Scottish equivalent to the passivhaus standard. They made a compelling case for a building standard which will improve the sustainability of houses being built...

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

I am delighted that @H_F_S is showcasing some of the great work that is being undertaken across the home building sector by our members during #NetZeroWeek and to restate our commitment to achieve what is practicable at the earliest opportunity. #deliveringmore #homesforscotland

[Homes for Scotland @H_F_S]

It’s #NetZeroWeek & Scotland’s new build homes are leading the way, both in terms of housing efficiency & environmental sustainability. We’re delighted to be sharing member exemplars across the week. #deliveringmore #energyefficient #sustainable #homesforscotland

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

Having a safe & secure home is a fundamental human need, yet it is one that many people in Scotland do not have. There is a critical need for a standalone housing Outcome if progress is to be made in providing enough homes for the people of Scotland.

[Homes for Scotland @H_F_S]

We're calling on @scotgov to introduce a new National Outcome for housing if progress is to be made in providing enough homes for the people of Scotland
https://t.co/kvClXtNgOX #deliveringmore #homesforscotland #forceforgood

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

Delighted to be in Crieff at the @scottish_water Development Conference & especially pleased to progress discussions with Mark Hunter, Gen Mgr - Development Services on supporting our SME members across utility challenges so that they can keep #deliveringmore #homesforscotland

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

The appointment of @HumzaYousaf as new First Minister presents the perfect opportunity for review.

[Homes for Scotland @H_F_S]

Today's housing stats reveal the continuing drop in the number of new homes being started across sectors, demonstrating the need to review the regulatory & other issues blocking development so that we can be #deliveringmore #homesforscotland
https://t.co/PYE9CaZsW9

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

Home builders have a critical role to play in achieving
@scotgovfairer's housing objectives. My appointment is welcome recognition of this and I look forward to working collaboratively with my Board colleagues to ensure we are #deliveringmore #homesforscotland

[Scot Gov Fairer @ScotGovFairer]

The Housing to 2040 Strategic Board which will progress delivery of our 20-year housing plan will meet for the first time today.

The Board includes representatives from housing providers, landlords, tenant organisations, and developers.

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

@ScotGovFairer @ShonaRobison Home builders have a critical role to play in achieving @scotgovfairer's housing objectives. My appointment is welcome recognition of this and I look forward to working collaboratively with my Board colleagues to ensure we are #deliveringmore #homesforscotland

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

With a plethora of Christmas adverts currently highlighting a variety of social issues, now, more than ever, we should reflect on the vital role housing plays in our society: https://t.co/st6IOOsSEQ #deliveringmore #homesforscotland

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

NPF4 must be clear, deliverable, viable, consistent & ambitious. While it gets some things right, we’ve highlighted the following to @SP_LocalGov:

✅Supports tackling the climate change
✅Supports tackling the nature crisis
❌Does not address the housing crisis.

[Homes for Scotland @H_F_S]

The @SP_LocalGov continues its evidence sessions on #NPF4 with @ThomasCArthur this morning. Read about the areas of concern we raised last week - these have to be addressed if we are to tackle Scotland’s housing shortfall of c100k homes🏘️https://t.co/DIUddhSPtS #deliveringmore

[Jane Wood @HFSJane]

.@Zoopla's new Consumer Insights report is a fascinating read, esp in the context of net zero. With day-to-day living costs continuing to rise, it illustrates the importance of new homes with respect to both the energy & climate crises #deliveringmore https://t.co/3aS8a82Wns