The Scottish Housing Podcast
by The Scottish Housing Podcast
Property man Brian Gilmour & politician Steven Purcell bring listeners the up to date news and interviews from across Scottish Housing.Join us as we delve into the world of real estate, providing expert insights, valuable tips, and exclusive interviews with industry leaders. Stay ahead of the game with the latest trends and developments in the Scottish housing market. Tune in now and elevate your property knowledge to new heights!
Episodes
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EP16 - Graham Simpson MSP
Graham Simpson, MSP, shares his journey into politics, discussing his early interest in political issues and his career as a journalist. he reflects on his time as a local councillor and the importance of cross-party collaboration in addressing housing issues. The conversation delves into the...
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EP 15 - What to expect in 2025
In the modern fast moving world of 24/7 news cycles where everything has to be summed up in 240 characters, it can be difficult to take the time to look ahead and forecast what's to come. With all the electoral turmoil across the states and the potential impact upon our economy and more, Steven…
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EP 14 - Chris Dougray of CBRE
CBRE are one of the leading property advisory firms in the world and therefore when an executive director of CBRE UK sits down for a chat it's always worth a listen. Steven and I are joined for the first podcast of 2025 by Chris Dougray, Head of Development Scotland at CBRE to chat all things...
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Ep 13 - Niall Murphy, Glasgow Heritage Trust
Glasgow City Heritage Trust gives out almost £1million in funding each year to help people in Glasgow protect, repair and promote the city’s historic buildings and places. Through their conservation grants programmes people will enjoy, understand and care for Glasgow’s historic built environment...
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Ep12 - Paul McDermott - what is a property factor
If you or your family have lived in a tenement at any time in the West of Scotland you will have a pretty good idea about what a property factor is and what they do. Elsewhere across Scotland it's likely that you'll know of the work of a factor if you live in modern flats or an estate of modern...
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Ep 11 - Stuart Patrick of Glasgow Chamber of Commerce
Founded in 1783, Glasgow Chamber of Commerce is the oldest Chamber in the English speaking world with continuous records and has always been a driver of change and progress in the city. Current CEO, Dr Stuart Patrick CBE, is a very vocal advovate and whilst his position is based upon what's best...
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Ep10 - Ariane Burgess MSP, Housing Committee Convenor
This week Steven & Brian are joined by MSP Ariana Burgess, Convenor of the Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee. Ariane Burgess has been a Green MSP for Highlands and Islands since 2021 and author of Life Design for Women: Conscious Living as a Force for Positive Change. Specifically,...
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Ep 9 - Professor Ken Gibb
This weeks guest is the highly respected Professor Ken Gibb, Professor in the School of Social and Political Sciences in the subject area of Urban Studies at Glasgow University. He is also Director of the UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence (CaCHE) funded by ESRC, AHRC and the Joseph...
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Ep8 Housing Minister Paul McLennan MSP
This week, Steven and Brian are joined by The Housing Minister - Paul McLennan MSP. Paul is an SNP MSP representing East Lothian since 2021 and prior to this was a councillor for many years for Dunbar and East Linton. We discuss with him whether this long period in local government was a help in...
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Ep 7 - The Housing Crisis - What does it mean
The Scottish government has called a housing emergency. Brian & Steven discuss what might have been the reasons for calling the emergency and what steps might they take next.
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Ep 6 Miles Briggs
This week Conservative Housing spokesman Miles Briggs joins the podcast and discusses the housing cap and the steps he believes are necessary to combat the housing crisis.
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EP 5 - John Blackwood of The Scottish Association of Landlords
The Scottish Association of Landlords is the largest and only dedicated national organisation that represents landlords and letting agents throughout Scotland. John Blackwood is the Chief Executive and joins the podcast to discuss rent controls, the challenges of being a landlord in the current...
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Ep 4 The impact of political turmoil on Scottish Housing
In light of the recent events at Holyrood, we believed our audience would appreciate an expert analysis of the situation, particularly in relation to housing. That's why we turned to Steven Purcell, for his insights. Steven delves into his thoughts on the current state of affairs and provides a...
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EP 3 Municipal Dreams. - Social Housing in the UK
When was social housing born? What impact has it had on UK life and has it died? Steven and Brian talk with John Boughton, author of Municipal Dreams: The Rise and Fall of Council Housing. John enlightens Brian & Steven on how this quest for homes for all transformed the UK and changed us…
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EP 2 Dr John Boyle - Housing Stats and the economy
Renowned housing economist Dr John Boyle of Rettie joins Steven & Brian to discuss the housing economy of Scotland and the implications of the recent housing legislation on the build to rent sector. In the podcast, John reveals how he believes red tape and a hostile attitude towards landlords…
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EP 1 Introducing The Scottish Housing Podcast
Former Labour Glasgow Leader Steven Purcell and BBC Scotland Property expert Brian Gilmour introduce the new property podcast for Scotland. Join us as we delve into the world of real estate, providing expert insights, valuable tips, and exclusive interviews with industry leaders. Stay ahead of…
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Property man Brian Gilmour & politician Steven Purcell bring listeners the up to date news and interviews from across Scottish Housing.Join us as we delve into the world of real estate, providing expert insights, valuable tips, and exclusive interviews with industry leaders. Stay ahead of the game with the latest trends and developments in the Scottish housing market. Tune in now and elevate your property knowledge to new heights!
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