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Gateway to Homes and Communities

Gateway provides households with furniture and basic home goods as they take up a new council tenancy in Edinburgh.

Gateway can provide good quality second hand beds and seating, new microwaves, new fridges and starter packs in partnership with Fresh Start, such as Crockery & Cutlery, Pots & Pans, Cleaning Materials, Bedding and more.

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Who can apply?

If you are moving into a new City of Edinburgh Council tenancy, you can be referred to Gateway by a housing officer or any other professional who is supporting you.

A small number of referrals for non-CEC tenants can be accepted each month.

How to apply

For further information please contact the team on 0131 561 8903.

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