Victim Support Scotland has launched a new project aimed at helping people affected by antisocial behaviour in privately rented homes.
The initiative, called Helping Victims of Antisocial Behaviour in the Private Rented Sector, will offer support to tenants, landlords and letting agents across Scotland, including in Renfrewshire.
The project was announced on Thursday, 5th March 2026 and is funded by the Safe Deposits Scotland Charitable Trust.
It will provide training for landlords and letting agents, create clearer referral routes for people seeking help, and offer support services for those affected by antisocial behaviour.
Antisocial behaviour can include persistent noise, nuisance behaviour, intimidation, harassment or hate-motivated verbal abuse. Victim Support Scotland said these issues can seriously affect people’s mental health and sense of safety in their own homes.
Support offered through the project will include one-to-one emotional and practical assistance, safety planning, peer support and access to mediation where appropriate.
Recruitment is already underway for staff who will manage referrals and work with landlord and letting agent networks across Scotland.
Jacqueline Cassidy, Director of Service Delivery at Victim Support Scotland, said:
“Everyone has the right to feel safe in their own community. Antisocial behaviour can have a devastating impact on people’s wellbeing and sense of safety, yet too often victims feel ignored, blamed or left to cope alone.
“This grant allows VSS to tackle antisocial behaviour in the private rented sector. We are extremely grateful to Safe Deposits Scotland Charitable Trust for their support, which will allow us to build the tools, partnerships and referral pathways needed to ensure that anyone affected has access to the support they need.”
Victim Support Scotland offers free and confidential help for people affected by crime.
Anyone seeking support can call the organisation’s helpline on 0800 160 1985 between 8am and 8pm Monday to Friday, and 10am to 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays, or use the webchat service at www.victimsupport.scot.