Good News | Stories & Updates from Blue Triangle Scotland

Fresh Start Appeal Helps 23 People Move On from Homelessness

Moving on from homelessness should be a moment of hope — but for many people, it can mean stepping into an empty home with no furniture, no appliances and none of the basics needed to start daily life.

Mark Scott Award Pupils Support Blue Triangle with Thoughtful Welcome Packs

A group of S6 pupils from three Paisley schools chose Blue Triangle for their Mark Scott Award project, creating 30 thoughtful welcome and move‑on packs for people moving into our supported accommodation. Their project demonstrates creativity, compassion and a strong commitment to supporting people facing homelessness in their community.Why the...

Charlene’s Story: If it wasn’t for RISE, I’d probably be dead.

When Charlene was referred to RISE, she was staying in the Alexandria service and struggling with alcohol and street Valium. Her life felt chaotic and unstable, and she knew she needed help.

Blue Triangle Responds to Scotland’s Latest Homelessness Statistics

Scotland’s latest homelessness statistics reveal rising rough sleeping, record numbers of people living in temporary accommodation, and growing pressures on local services — especially in Glasgow. While there has been a small dip in the number of people presenting as homeless, the overall picture shows a worsening housing emergency. In...

Blue Triangle Expands Services into East Dunbartonshire and North Ayrshire

Blue Triangle is proud to announce its expansion into two new local authority areas—East Dunbartonshire and North Ayrshire—as part of our mission to ensure everyone has access to safe housing and the right support, when they need it most. This reflects our commitment to helping the most vulnerable and tackling...

CEO Gary Meek joins SFHA board

Gary Meek, CEO of Blue Triangle, has been elected to the Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) board at the latest 50th Annual General Meeting (AGM).SFHA is the membership body for, and collective voice of, housing associations and co‑operatives in Scotland. They exist to represent, support and connect members. Together,...

Double award win for Blue Triangle in landmark 50th year

Blue Triangle Charity of the Year celebrates a landmark 50th year with two major wins, highlighting its impact on homelessness support across Scotland.Blue Triangle has scooped not one, but two major honours — being named Scottish Charity of the Year at the SCVO Scottish Charity Awards, and seeing one of...

Harley’s Story: You Give me Hope

Harley is a young person who entered our Whatriggs service several years ago. She received support from the Assistant Manager at the time, Richard. Harley: “It was my first time meeting someone that is so positive – that has stuck with me. If I need someone to build me up...

Blue Triangle Turns 50: Still on the Frontline of Scotland’s Homelessness Emergency

Blue Triangle, a Glasgow-born charity supporting people facing homelessness, marked its 50th anniversary yesterday with a special civic reception at Glasgow City Chambers — the very city where it all began.Founded on 5 June 1975 at Somerset Place as a refuge for young women experiencing homelessness, Blue Triangle has grown...

Blue Triangle Marks 50 Years with Outdoor Adventure Day in Oban

Blue Triangle staff and supported people outside our Oban service at Shore Street To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Blue Triangle’s Oban service hosted an action packed day of outdoor adventure on Friday 23 May, bringing together supported people and staff from across Scotland.Joined by services from North Lanarkshire, Glasgow and...