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Landlord fined over £29,000 for ignoring planning Enforcement Notice A London landlord has been ordered to pay more than £29,000 after failing to comply with a council Enforcement Notice requiring the reversal of an unlawful

Buy to Let lender launches Renters Rights Act support for landlords A specialist buy to let mortgage lender has introduced dedicated resources to assist landlords with the Renters Rights Act, providing practical guidance on compliance,

Rent control activists target Holborn and St Pancras by-election Rent control campaigners have lobbied candidates in the upcoming Holborn and St Pancras by-election, urging them to back rent controls amid concerns over affordability in Camden,

Croydon council appoints private firm for landlord licensing schemes Croydon council has begun operating selective and additional HMO licensing schemes with support from a private company handling applications and inspections, marking a significant development in

Cornwall council offers incentives to landlords to tackle homelessness Cornwall council has launched a scheme offering financial incentives and support to private landlords who provide accommodation for people moving on from temporary housing, aiming to

Landlords quitting lettings market at fastest rate in a decade New data reveals landlords are exiting the UK private rental sector at unprecedented levels in 2026, with over 560 properties leaving daily. Despite this, overall

Government rental database raises concerns over landlord costs and workload The new government private rental sector database will require landlords to register each property and pay an annual fee, prompting warnings about increased financial and

More landlords consider agents due to Renters Rights Act challenges A recent survey reveals a growing number of self-managing landlords are contemplating instructing letting agents as regulatory demands and compliance pressures increase under the Renters

Letting agents face calls for stronger regulation and qualifications The Lettings Industry Council (TLIC) has proposed a new regulatory framework to improve accountability and professionalism among UK letting agents, urging the government to introduce mandatory

Budget impact on landlords discussed at new Rent Smart forum A free event in Exeter will analyse the recent Budget measures affecting landlords and letting agents, providing practical insights and updates on rental sector issues