Mairi McAllan appointed as Scotland's new Housing Secretary amid housing crisis and climate goals.

Following a cabinet reshuffle, Mairi McAllan has been appointed as the new Housing Secretary in Scotland, focusing on the country's housing emergency. The reshuffle aims to address issues like shortages and homelessness, while also tackling climate change through energy-efficient homes. Other changes include Gillian Martin becoming Climate Action and Energy Secretary and Maree Todd taking over as minister for drugs and alcohol policy. The move comes ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament election.