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Bureau of Investigative Journalism
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No Fixed Abode: the death of Ian Kirkland on Scotland’s streets
An extract from Maeve McClenaghan's book No Fixed Abode, telling the story of Ian Kirkland, who died homeless in Paisley in 2018.
Scotland has highest rate of homeless deaths in the UK, new figures reveal
Scotland has a higher rate of homeless deaths than other UK countries, according to official statistics showing that 359 people died over a two-year period.
Scottish homeless deaths to be officially published from next month
Scotland's national records will begin publishing specific statistics on homeless deaths for the first time next month.
Scottish families priced out of rental homes by UK austerity policies
Families on housing benefit are being priced out of homes across Scotland, according to new data from the Bureau of Investigative Journalism.
Police Scotland had eight reports alleging domestic abuse by officers
Police Scotland received eight reports alleging domestic abuse by serving officers in the year after they first started recording complaints - but no-one has been convicted of a crime.
Home Office accused of racial profiling after 200 targeted in Glasgow
More than 200 British citizens in Glasgow underwent spot checks by immigration officers in 21 months, prompting claims the Home Office has been conducting racial profiling.
Homeless death toll in Scotland rises to 139
Charities are demanding urgent action to prevent a “tragic” loss of lives, as updated figures reveal at least 139 people have died while homeless in Scotland over the last 18 months.
Review promised on Scottish homeless death statistics
Scotland's national records office says it will undertake a review that could see it count the deaths of homeless people for the first time.
Food safety checks to be increased at Scottish chicken plant
Surprise food safety inspections are to be stepped up at a Scottish slaughterhouse following a scandal in England.
