HOTA Walkabout
21st October 2026
Despite the rain, members of the High Oswald Tenants Association came together this morning for their annual walkabout. They discussed local concerns with their Housing Management Officer and other Fife Council staff, with the aim of making their area a better place to live. An action plan is now being drawn up to address the issues raised. Keep up the great work HOTA!
High Oswalds TA Meeting
16th September 2026
It was great to attend a very well-attended meeting with High Oswalds Tenants Association tonight, with a fantastic mix of tenants, residents and agency representatives coming together.
There was plenty on the agenda and lots of open and constructive discussion about the issues affecting the local community. It was particularly encouraging to see the TRA continuing to work positively with Fife Council to address outstanding issues and find solutions that will make a difference for tenants.
From everyone at FFOTRA, thank you to High Oswalds TA for welcoming us and to everyone who took the time to attend, share their views and get involved. It’s through this partnership working that we can keep moving things forward.
Keep up the great work, High Oswalds TA!
Teamwork in Action: How Residents Helped to Stop Fly Tipping
2025
Good news for the residents of High Oswalds Flats - recent community action has led to significant progress in tackling the ongoing problem of fly tipping in the communal bin area.
For quite some time, the TRA, ourselves, and Fife Council have been working together to address the repeated dumping of unwanted household items. The issues caused frustration among residents and made it harder for people to use the bin area properly.
That began to change thanks to the quick thinking of one tenant, who managed to capture crucial evidence that allowed Fife Council's Environmental Enforcement Team to take swift action. The individual responsible was identified, interviewed, and issued with a £500 Fixed Penalty Notice - a clear message that fly tipping won't be tolerated.
This result shows the power of community involvement. When residents work together and stay vigilant, real and lasting improvements can happen.
Together, by staying aware and supporting each other, the community can help keep the environment clean and safe for everyone.
If you happen to spot somebody fly tipping, you can report it directly to Fife Council using this online form: www.fife.gov.uk/services/form-pages/report-illegal-dumping
