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NRLA urges Commons Committee: Make the private rented sector work for all
NRLA chief executive Ben Beadle appears before the Work and Pensions Select Committee, urging them to make the private rented sector work for everyone and urges them to take practical steps to aid vulnerable tenants and support responsible landlords
‘Unworkable’: Industry calls for answers on Renters’ Rights
The Renters’ Rights Bill risks becoming ‘unworkable' unless the industry is given clarity on key elements, including court reform, arrears and the timescale for change. The NRLA has joined forces with the British Property Federation and the Lettings Industry Council to issue the warning ahead of Report stage in the House of Lords, due to start on 1st July.
NRLA On Tour - in pictures
We look back at a fabulous fortnight of NRLA On Tour events as we visited London, Manchester and Yorkshire, with the team now ready for the next step in Wales
Renters’ Rights: Readying for Report stage
It is looking increasingly unlikely the Renters' Rights Bill will receive Royal Assent before the summer recess with the NRLA now briefing peers ahead of Report stage - scheduled to be heard in three sittings from the 1st to 15th of July.
Meet the Trainer - Julie Ford
In the first of a new series, we sit down with Julie Ford, one of our most experienced trainers and discuss her property journey, which ranges from lettings to the citizens advice bureau and ask her why training is so important for landlords and agents
Summer Q&A - Your questions answered
Summer can be one of the busiest times of year for landlords. From student move-outs and garden overgrowth to hot weather problems and holiday absences, the warmer months bring a unique set of challenges. In this Q&A, the Tenancy Deposit Scheme addresses some of the most common questions we receive from landlords during the summer period.
6 ways for landlords to cut costs & boost efficiency
If your property is currently rated below a C, you might already be considering smart tech to boost efficiency. But there’s much more available than just programmable thermostats and hot water insulation. Our partner Currys Business shares six smart tech essentials for landlords—tools that can help you improve energy monitoring, support compliance, and cut down on unnecessary waste.
Number of homes to rent down 20% on pre-pandemic levels
The supply of rental homes is still unable to meet demand, with new data showing figures are down 20% on pre-pandemic levels. The statistics come from property portal Zoopla, with the findings echoing the NRLA’s arguments that while rental supply is increasing, it is failing to keep up with demand.
New Renters’ Rights date revealed
The Renters’ Rights Bill will be back in the House of Lords on 1st July, for first of three Report stage debates. With the further sittings schedules for the 7th and 15th July, it is looking increasingly unlikely that the bill will received Royal Assent ahead of the summer recess, meaning it will likely become law in September.
Boiler Upgrade Scheme: Call for more funding
The Government needs to take a co-ordinated approach when it comes to energy efficiency funding, with extra cash needed to install new low-carbon heating systems. The NRLA, responding to the government consultation on changes to its Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), said the proposals could make the scheme more accessible and effective for landlords, but it needs to take a joined up approach.
