New analysis highlights failures of rent control policies
New analysis highlights failures of rent control policies A recent study by a London School of Economics policy fellow reveals that rent controls fail to solve housing scarcity and may harm housing supply, raising concerns
Landlord prosecuted for ignoring Improvement Notice on hazards
Landlord prosecuted for ignoring Improvement Notice on hazards A landlord in Long Sutton was fined over £6,400 after failing to comply with a council Improvement Notice addressing serious health and safety hazards at his rental
Tenants face challenges obtaining electric car charging from landlords
Tenants face challenges obtaining electric car charging from landlords A recent survey reveals renters struggle more than homeowners to access electric vehicle (EV) charging at home, citing landlord restrictions and administrative hurdles as significant obstacles.
Build To Rent starts plunge 79% amid sector viability crisis
Build To Rent starts plunge 79% amid sector viability crisis Build To Rent (BTR) developments across the UK have experienced a sharp 79% decline in new starts in the year to June 2026, with regional
Right to request pets shows limited impact on landlords so far
Right to request pets shows limited impact on landlords so far A recent report finds that since the right to request keeping pets in rental properties came into force in May 2026, most landlords have
Lettings council urges strong approach for new landlord database
Lettings council urges strong approach for new landlord database The Lettings Industry Council has called on the government to ensure the upcoming mandatory Private Rental Sector database is robust enough to tackle rogue landlords and
Agent admits fraud stealing nearly £50,000 from landlords and tenants
Agent admits fraud stealing nearly £50,000 from landlords and tenants A former lettings agent has pleaded guilty to defrauding almost £50,000 from landlords and tenants over several years. The case highlights risks around client money
Government backs £530 million institutional student rental scheme
Government backs £530 million institutional student rental scheme The government has endorsed a major £530 million redevelopment of student accommodation in Manchester, creating 3,300 eco-friendly homes through a long-term partnership involving university, investors, and contractors.
UK average monthly rent rises again in July 2026
UK average monthly rent rises again in July 2026 The HomeLet Rental Index shows UK average monthly rents increased by 1.2% in July 2026, continuing a trend of steady growth despite easing market volatility. Greater
Oxford landlord fined over £23,000 for licensing and safety breaches
Oxford landlord fined over £23,000 for licensing and safety breaches A landlord in Oxford has been fined £23,138 for failing to licence a rental property and breaching a Prohibition Order related to serious safety hazards.
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