Scottish Building Society has expanded its mortgage lending across mainland UK.

The move builds on the society’s existing mortgage offering in Scotland and the North of England.

It says the move comes after growing broker demand for lenders willing to take a broader view of affordability.

Alongside the expansion into England and Wales, the society has also launched a professional mortgage offering of up to six times income for eligible applicants.

Scottish Building Society chief operating officer Chris Hunter says: “Entering the England and Wales market is a significant step for the Society and reflects growing demand for more flexible mortgage options that help borrowers access the right product for their circumstances.”

“Clients do not always fit the boxes lenders build for them. We have built our proposition around giving brokers more choice, backed by nearly two centuries of mutual heritage and mortgage underwriting experience and a market leading approach to technology, through MSO originations software.”