News

2025-26 Community Fund grant calendar confirmed
Monday, 31st of March 2025
Application deadlines for the SafeDeposits Scotland Community Fund during the 2025-26 financial year have now been confirmed.
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Easter weekend 2025 - opening hours
Monday, 31st of March 2025
SafeDeposits Scotland will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday. Our online portal remains accessible 24/7.
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SDS Resolve is now part of the Tenancy Redress Service
Monday, 24th of March 2025
From 1st April 2025, SDS Resolve will become part of the Tenancy Redress Service, which will continue to support tenants and landlords with mid-tenancy disputes.
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Deposit protection A-Z: C is for Changes
Monday, 24th of March 2025
In our A-Z series we explore some of the key terminology used and other considerations in deposit protection.
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Deposit protection A-Z: B is for Betterment
Thursday, 6th of March 2025
In our A-Z series we explore some of the key terminology used and other considerations in deposit protection.
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Is your old deposit one of thousands unclaimed?
Monday, 3rd of March 2025
Among over 160,000 tenancy deposits currently held by SafeDeposits Scotland are 6,004 unclaimed deposits. Here is what an unclaimed deposit is.
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SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust broadens support to address housing needs
Monday, 24th of February 2025
The SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust has received approval to make changes enabling it to support a broader scope of initiatives.
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Deposit protection A-Z: A is for ADR
Tuesday, 11th of February 2025
In our A-Z series we explore some of the key terminology used and other considerations in deposit protection.
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Review of the year 2024
Wednesday, 18th of December 2024
A review of the past 12 months at SafeDeposits Scotland, including changes to our website, charity activity, events and awards.
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