Housing disrepair claims fail tenants and landlords – legal expert
Housing Disrepair Claims: Legal Costs Undermine Tenant and Landlord Outcomes, Expert Warns Summary: A legal expert highlights that housing disrepair claims in England are increasingly prioritising legal fees over tenant wellbeing, often delaying urgent repairs. The expert urges government reform to move these claims from County Courts to the First-tier Tribunal to ensure fairer, faster […]
Scotland could exempt BTR and mid-market rent from rent caps
Scotland Proposes Rent Cap Exemptions for Build-to-Rent and Mid-Market Homes Summary: The Scottish Government has introduced secondary legislation to exempt build-to-rent (BTR) and mid-market rent properties from private rented sector rent controls. This move aims to revive stalled investment and accelerate the delivery of new homes, signalling renewed confidence for landlords and investors in Scotland’s […]
Affordable areas drive strongest house price growth in 2025
Affordable UK Areas Lead House Price Growth in 2025, Says Rightmove Summary: In 2025, the strongest house price growth in the UK was seen in more affordable regions, according to Rightmove’s analysis of millions of listings and transactions. This trend highlights ongoing affordability challenges for buyers and suggests landlords in lower-priced areas may experience increased […]
UK rents fall again as market cools ahead of Renters’ Rights Act
UK rental market shows signs of easing as Renters’ Rights Act approaches Summary: UK rents fell for the second consecutive month in January 2026, signalling a cooling rental market ahead of the forthcoming Renters’ Rights Act. While rents remain above last year’s levels, growth is slowing, particularly in London, which now records the weakest annual […]
Green Party leader calls for rent controls because ‘landlords are better off than renters’
Green Party Leader Advocates Rent Caps Amid Rising Tenant Concerns Summary: Green Party leader Zach Polanski has called for rent controls in the UK, arguing that landlords are generally better off than renters in the current market. He suggests that Mayors should be empowered to cap rents locally to address affordability issues, a stance that […]
Shelter CEO wants to work with private landlords
Shelter’s New CEO Signals Collaboration with Private Landlords to Address Housing Challenges Summary: Shelter’s new chief executive, Sarah Elliott, has indicated a willingness to engage constructively with private landlords to help tackle homelessness and improve the housing system. This approach marks a shift from previous leadership and suggests a more pragmatic, collective effort involving landlords, […]
Energy efficiency improves across England’s homes but damp and mould persist
Energy Efficiency Gains in English Homes Amid Ongoing Damp and Mould Issues Summary: The latest English Housing Survey reveals significant improvements in the energy efficiency of homes across England, with over half now rated in the top energy bands. However, damp and mould problems remain widespread, particularly in the private rented sector, highlighting ongoing challenges […]
Management company removed shareholders and votes?
Management Company Alters Shareholder Structure, Removing Residents’ Voting Rights Summary: A small residential development’s management company has altered its articles of association, removing residents’ shares and voting rights and leaving control solely with two directors. This change raises concerns for UK landlords and agents about governance, service charge obligations, and residents’ rights under existing property […]
Welsh politicians clash over housing crisis as landlords exit
Welsh Housing Debate Highlights Landlord Exodus and Rising Temporary Accommodation Summary: Welsh politicians clashed over the escalating housing crisis, with a focus on the increasing numbers of people in temporary accommodation and the departure of private landlords from the market. The debate underscores challenges for UK landlords in Wales, including the impact of government legislation […]
House prices rise 0.3% in January – Nationwide
House Prices See Modest Growth in January 2026 Amid Market Uncertainty Summary: House prices in the UK rose by 0.3% in January 2026, marking a slight recovery after slower growth in December. This modest increase, alongside improving affordability and steady mortgage approvals, suggests cautious optimism for landlords and letting agents as the market begins to […]
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