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Annual Toy Campaign Brings Christmas Joy to Riverside Scotland Families

  For the third consecutive year, Riverside Scotland has brought festive cheer to families across Ayrshire and Dumfries & Galloway with its Christmas Toy Campaign. Working in partnership with colleagues and contractors including Union Technical and Bell Group, the initiative ensures that every child living in a Riverside Scotland home has something special to unwrap

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First Pennyburn Retrofit Project Complete – Riverside Scotland Customers Set for a Cosy Christmas

Riverside Scotland is delighted to announce the successful completion of its first major retrofit project in Pennyburn, Kilwinning, just in time for Christmas. The works delivered in partnership with Glasgow-based energy services firm Union Technical, have transformed 30 homes within the community, enhancing comfort, sustainability, and energy efficiency. The project, which began earlier this year,

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Have your say in our Annual Rent Consultation

Our annual rent consultation is now open.  We have extended the consultation closing date to Monday 5 January 2026, allowing for seasonal postal delays and the Christmas holiday period. A copy of our consultation leaflet and a cover letter has been sent by post to all tenants. This year’s rent consultation is different to previous

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Celebrating the Outstanding Work and Dedication of our Housing First for Families Team

We’re delighted to recognise Housing First for Families Officers, Amanda Robinson and Emma Ward for proudly representing Riverside Scotland at the recent Homeless Network Scotland Conference. We nominated them for the Heart of Support Awards, which honour outstanding work supporting people during the housing emergency. While they weren’t shortlisted this year, their impact didn’t go

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Double Awards Win for Riverside Scotland at CIH Scotland Excellence Awards

Riverside Scotland is celebrating a double success after winning two prestigious awards at the Chartered Institute of Scotland Excellence Awards, held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central on Friday, 14 November 2025. The awards shine a spotlight on the remarkable teams and dedicated professionals who deliver vital services and support to communities across the

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Spooktacular Fun at Hawthorn Place’s Newly Refurbished Communal Area

Residents at Hawthorn Place Retirement Living complex in Kilwinning were treated to a frightfully fun afternoon last week as they celebrated Halloween in style in their newly refurbished communal area. The event was a fantastic opportunity for residents to come together with West Doura Court retirement living residents and enjoy the refreshed space, which was

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Pennyburn Skip Event

We are providing a skip on Monday 6th October from 9am-5pm. The skip will be located in the Cranberry Moss car park and will be manned by Riverside Scotland staff. Please note the following items cannot be placed in the skip: White goods– e.g. cookers, fridges, microwaves, other electrical appliances Tyres Plasterboard Hazardous waste – e.g.

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Riverside Scotland Shortlisted for Four CIH Scotland Awards

We’re proud to announce that Riverside Scotland has been shortlisted in four categories at the CIH Scotland Awards—recognising our commitment to excellence, innovation, and putting tenants first. Housing Organisation of the Year We’re delivering real, lasting change for tenants and communities. In the past year, we expanded Scotland’s first Housing First for Families service, secured

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Winter Help and Support Guide

Winter is always one of our busiest times of year, with increased demand for repairs, boiler breakdowns, frozen pipes, and financial support. To help you prepare, this Winter Help and Support Guide is packed with practical tips to prevent common winter issues before they happen and also includes cost-of-living support information and a case study

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Scottish Housing Day 2025: Riverside Scotland Celebrates the Power of Good Neighbours and Strong Communities

This year’s Scottish Housing Day shines a spotlight on something that makes a house truly feel like home — good neighbours and thriving communities. Across Scotland, stories are emerging of friendships formed, support shared, and lives enriched through the simple act of neighbourliness. One such story comes from Monkton, South Ayrshire, where two women found not

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