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Here today but not here to stay?
Leasehold reform was on the agenda for peers this week, but outside Parliament, reports suggest that the Treasury has blocked the Secretary of State’s plans to charge peppercorn ground rent to leaseholders.
Court fees to rise next week
Court fees will be increasing by 10% from next Wednesday. The increase, which follows a consultation year, applies to almost all fees payable to the court.
Fees could be cut in licensing review
Housing minister Jacob Young told NRLA members his proposed review of landlord licensing could see charges cut and schemes downsized during an exclusive member event today.
Landlord and NRLA member raises thousands running London marathon
Landlord and NRLA member Eamon Balaam ran his first London Marathon on Sunday, raising thousands of pounds for charity in the process.
Renters Reform reaches Lords: What we’ve achieved so far
The Renters (Reform) Bill has passed through the Commons this week, with debate now to move into the House of Lords. Chris Norris, NRLA director of policy and campaigns, explains what this means for landlords.
NRLA member Mandy awarded MBE by the Princess Royal
Landlord and NRLA member Mandy St John Davey,has been awarded an MBE, for her dedication to supporting and mentoring women in property.
Renters (Reform) Bill: What will happen on Wednesday?
The Renters (Reform) Bill is back in Parliament on Wednesday for report stage and the long awaited third reading. This marks the final stage in the Commons before the Bill reaches the Lords.
Renters (Reform) Bill: Housing Minister to deliver exclusive member event
Housing Minister Jacob Young will address NRLA members in an exclusive webinar next week. Landlords will hear the minister explain the rationale behind new amendments to the Bill – outlined in full here – after which there will be the opportunity to ask the minister questions.
Renters (Reform) Bill: Progress at last
The Renters (Reform) Bill will be back in the Commons next week as the Government pushes ahead with plans to ensure the new legislation is passed ahead of the general election.
Land transaction tax reliefs: Landlords in Wales urged to respond to call for evidence
Landlords in Wales are being invited to have their say on proposals to change land transaction tax reliefs. Land Transaction Tax (LTT) replaced Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) in Wales from 1 April 2018.
