People who have recently bought or sold their homes are being asked for their views on how Scotland's Home Report can be altered to suit the needs of buyers and sellers in the current housing market.

The Home Report offers information on the condition, energy efficiency and value of properties before an offer is made. It can also help sellers decide how best to market their property.

As a result, the Scottish Government is now asking for opinions on how to improve the documentation, as well as a number of issues including costs, timescales, format and content of the Home Report.

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Commenting on the plans, Housing Minister Margaret Burgess said: "With Home Reports, buyers and sellers now have information on the condition, energy efficiency and valuation of a home right at the start of the house buying process.

"For most people buying a house is the largest investment they make in their lives and it's only right they should be fully informed before they make their decision.

"Home Reports have been here for five years and we want to make sure they are still providing the same valuable support. That's why we would strongly encourage all those with an interest to respond to our consultation.

"We want to hear how the Home Report could be improved or adapted to suit the needs of buyers and sellers.

"The Scottish Government believes everyone in Scotland should live in high quality, sustainable homes that they can afford and that meet their needs, which is why people should have confidence in the property's condition before making an offer."

The public consultation is due to close on 27 February.

(JP/IT)