Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
Renters Rights Bill set to reshape letting rules by July
The long-debated Renters’ Rights Bill is on course to become law by 22 July 2025, following confirmation that the House of Lords will hold its…
Regulation
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
EPC upgrade costs test landlord wallets
As the UK edges closer to its 2028 and 2030 energy efficiency deadlines, landlords are once again in the spotlight - this time over claims…
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
One in ten rented homes contain deadly safety risks, report finds
More than one in ten private rented homes in England contain Category 1 hazards that could result in death or serious injury, according to new…
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
Landlords warned to review insurance charges after court ruling
A recent High Court ruling in favour of cinema chain Picturehouse has sent ripples through the UK commercial property sector, with landlords now being urged…
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
EPC deadline branded unrealistic as landlords push back
Landlords across the UK are warning that the government’s proposed energy efficiency deadlines are not only unworkable, but risk pushing parts of the rental sector…
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
Renters’ Rights Bill moves forward as landlords seek clarity on key reforms
The Renters’ Rights Bill has completed its Committee Stage in the House of Lords and is now preparing to enter the Report Stage, marking another…
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
Brent Council blasted over housing safety failings while targeting landlords
The London Borough of Brent has been formally criticised by the Regulator of Social Housing for “serious failings” in its ability to meet basic health,…
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
Landlords push back as Labour rushes Renters’ Rights Bill through Lords
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has come under fire for “ramming through” Labour’s controversial Renters’ Rights Bill with what critics are calling “bully-boy tactics”-sparking outrage…
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
Landlords urged to skip queues with High Court evictions
Landlords across England and Wales are being encouraged to ‘transfer up’ their eviction cases directly to the High Court, as the pressure mounts on an…
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
Landlords call for fair reforms as Renters’ Rights Bill nears final stages
The Renters’ Rights Bill is approaching its final stages in the House of Lords, with two critical committee sessions scheduled for 12 and 14 May…
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
London rents rise 10% year-on-year as landlords stay competitive
London landlords saw rental prices rise by 10% in April 2025 compared to the same time last year, despite a drop in viewing requests and…
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
New Decent Homes Standard leaves most landlords unaffected
A new government proposal to tighten quality rules across the private rental sector is causing concern among some landlords-but fresh analysis shows that the majority…
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
The Property Ombudsman Board appoints new Chair
The Property Ombudsman has appointed Claire Bassett as the new Chair of its Board. She will succeed Baroness Warwick of Undercliffe at the end of…
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
Landlords face growing pressure as Renters’ Rights Bill enters key legislative phase
The Renters’ Rights Bill officially entered committee stage in the House of Lords on Tuesday 22 April, marking a significant step in the government’s proposed…
Buy-to-let Property News, Regulation
Residential landlords set to thrive as rent growth outpaces rental reform
New figures show that rental prices across Great Britain have increased by nearly 10% in the past year-underscoring the strong profitability of the sector, even…
