Industry news
Your licensing update for June
We round up the licensing changes for the month of June, with some significant changes in Mansfield and parts of London
Your training and events guide for the month ahead
The latest offerings from our award-winning training academy as well as a rundown of events taking place this month
NRLA: Rent Smart Wales report fails to reassure landlords
The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has issued its response to a new report commissioned by the Welsh Government evaluating the work of Rent Smart Wales (RSW).
Court reform: Act now to make your voice heard
With court delays of up to a year in parts of the country landlords are being encouraged to make their voices heard when it comes to campaigning for reform. Real world data is vital when it comes to campaigning for change, with The High Court Enforcement Officers Association (HCEOA) backed by the NRLA, Propertymark issuing a rallying call for landlords to come forward and share their experiences of deadline with the courts.
Rent Smart Wales: Could landlords be forced to provide rent data?
Landlords could be forced to give Rent Smart Wales details of the rent they charge under new plans for the licensing and registration body. The recommendation was made during the Welsh Government’s final evaluation of Rent Smart Wales (RSW), whose primary role is to improve standards in the private rented sector.
Changes to energy efficiency funding: What landlords need to know
Rules around how energy efficiency funding can be used have been tweaked by the Government, following a public consultation.
NRLA Chief Executive chairs national arrears conference
NRLA chief executive, Ben Beadle has chaired a national industry conference on rent arrears and how to tackle them.
Share your story this Volunteers Week!
National Volunteers Week is just around the corner, and we're on the lookout for inspiring stories from our incredible members who are making a real difference through volunteering. Do you give back to your local community? Are you planning a bold charity fundraiser or involved in a life-changing project overseas? We want to hear from you!
Material information: New rules on advertising homes to let
Rules regarding the information that should be included in advertisements for rental homes have been withdrawn, following the introduction of new legislation.
Courts unprepared for Renters' Rights Bill as possession delays worsen
The Government is failing to acknowledge the true state of the court system and its lack of readiness to handle possession cases following the end of Section 21 'no-fault' evictions.
