We chat with Grace Stevens from the Glasgow branch of Living Rent, Scotland's tenants and community union. We cover current campaigns, tactics and aspirations for a society bult, led by and organised for the people.

Key topics discussed: 00:00:40 What is Living Rent? 00:02:13 How could the Tourist Tax levy be used to benefit everybody 00:15:25 Catching Transport Minister Stephen Flynn's attention 00:17:58 Rent controls legislation and loopholes 00:29:10 Glasgow's housing crisis 00:35:00 Community direct action 00:42:12 How to get involved

Find out more from https://livingrent.org/campaigns

#livingrent #touristtax #directaction

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