South Lanarkshire Council seeks local views on upcoming rent increases

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South Lanarkshire Council is looking for local views on rent increases over the upcoming year.Each year, the local authority reviews its budget for new rent levels for the year ahead.

This year, tenants are invited to share views and take part in a consultation to help.An online survey has been developed and it will give tenants the chance to share views on what they consider to be the most important council investment priorities for the year ahead.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Chair of the housing and technical resources committee, Councillor Davie McLachlan (Hamilton North and East), said: “We want to ensure that tenants and other customers continue to receive high quality, efficient and responsive housing services.“At the same time, we are also committed to supporting tenants in financial difficulties and ensuring rents remain affordable.

This has been a key focus as we plan ahead into 2023-24.” The survey can be accessed online and will remain open until January 16.