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New statistics have shown that the Scottish Government are well on track to meet their target of producing more affordable homes for the country<\/h2>\n

The figures show an increase of 745 homes across all sectors, from 18,683 in 2016-17 to 19,428 in 2017-18. This is the highest annual figure since 2008-2009 and is the fifth consecutive year where the amount of homes being built have increased.<\/p>\n

The figures indicate that affordable housing approvals add up to 11,926 homes, up 12% \u2014 equaling 1,252\u00a0\u2014 homes on the previous year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Housing Minister Kevin Stewart said: “I am immensely proud that this government<\/a> has now delivered more than 78,000 affordable homes since 2007.<\/p>\n

“I am delighted that these figures show we are on track to deliver at least 50,000 affordable homes over this Parliament, including 35,000 for social rent. This is backed by more than \u00a33 billion – the single biggest investment in, and delivery of, affordable housing since devolution and we are determined to see it benefit all parts of Scotland<\/a>.<\/p>\n

“Making sure everyone has a safe, warm and affordable home is central to this Government’s drive for a fairer and more prosperous Scotland. That is why we are now starting work with the housing sector to consider how we are best able to deliver affordable homes after our current programme.<\/p>\n

“This year’s Programme for Government included proposals to develop a vision for housing<\/a> in 2040 – the first time we have taken a long-term approach to ensuring that Scotland has housing fit for the future.<\/p>\n

“That’s vital if we are to ensure we meet the needs of people in the future and continue to deliver housing for the people of Scotland.”\u009d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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