Local Authority Fines: Easier to Issue – But Now Much Harder to Avoid
Local Authorities in England are set to increase enforcement against rogue landlords and letting agents, following recent legislative changes and new support measures. While enforcement has historically been underfunded and inconsistent, recent reforms aim to make fines easier to issue and much harder to evade. Improved Enforcement Under the Renters Rights Act 2025 The Renters […]
Housing measures to boost London housebuilding spark backlash
The UK government has introduced emergency measures aimed at accelerating housebuilding in London, responding to the capital’s ongoing housing crisis. However, these initiatives have sparked criticism from opposition figures who argue that the Mayor of London has failed to deliver sufficient new homes. Reduced Affordable Housing Threshold for Fast-Track Planning One of the key changes […]
Sadiq Khan urged to boost enforcement ahead of Renters’ Rights Act
A tenant advocacy group has called on the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, to enhance enforcement measures ahead of the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act. Generation Rent warns that London councils are currently under-resourced and may struggle to enforce the new legislation effectively without additional support. Urgent need for stronger enforcement resources Generation Rent […]
Letting agents warned over RRA tenant information sheet duty
Letting agents face potential compliance challenges under the Renters’ Rights Act (RRA) if their responsibilities regarding the tenant information sheet are not clearly defined. The government’s guidance highlights the risk of confusion between landlords and agents over who must serve this mandatory document, which must be provided to tenants from 1 May 2024. Mandatory tenant […]
House prices steady as buyer demand falls – Zoopla
UK house prices have remained steady with a modest 1.3% year-on-year growth, despite a noticeable decline in buyer demand, according to recent data from Zoopla. While sales volumes have held relatively firm, the market is showing signs of becoming more selective as buyer enquiries fall and the number of homes for sale increases. Buyer Demand […]
Renters’ Rights Act: risk minimisation
The Renters’ Rights Act is set to come into force imminently, prompting concern and uncertainty among landlords across the UK. As the legislation approaches, many landlords feel vulnerable to financial risks, but there are emerging solutions to help mitigate these challenges. Understanding the financial impact of the Renters’ Rights Act The introduction of the Renters’ […]
Dogs, Fences and Liability: What Landlords Need to Know Now
Landlords face new challenges regarding pets, garden fencing, and liability as the Renters Rights Act 2025 approaches. Recent discussions highlight the complexities of pet permissions, fence maintenance, and potential legal responsibilities for damage caused by escaping dogs. Pet Permissions and Garden Fencing With the Renters Rights Act 2025 coming into force, landlords will need to […]
Letter to registered providers: Data requirements for 2026-27
In March 2026, the Regulator of Social Housing issued a letter to all chief executives of registered providers, outlining the data requirements for the 2026/27 reporting period. This communication clarifies expectations for private providers and local authority registered providers, ensuring compliance with updated data collection standards. Overview of 2026/27 Data Requirements The letter, published on […]
Letter to registered providers: Data requirements for 2026-27
The Regulator of Social Housing has issued a letter to all registered providers in England outlining the data requirements for the 2026/27 reporting period. This communication, sent in March 2026, details the expectations for social housing providers of varying sizes, including large private providers, small private providers, and local authority registered providers. Overview of the […]
Fiona MacGregor’s speech at the CIH Northern Housing Festival – 18 March 2026
Fiona MacGregor, outgoing Chief Executive of the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH), reflected on her nearly 11 years in the sector during her keynote speech at the CIH Northern Housing Festival on 18 March 2026. She highlighted key regulatory developments, sector challenges, and the ongoing priorities for social housing in England. Reflections on a decade […]
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