THE Scottish government has “prioritised landlords,” tenants’ union Living Rent warned as a rent cap introduced during the cost-of-living crisis came to an end today.

Ministers had announced earlier this year that the measure, which limited rent increases to 12 per cent, would be removed on April 1.

Campaigners warn that renters could be exposed to substantial rises before rent control measures under the Housing (Scotland) Bill come into force, which may not happen until 2027.