Articles by James Wood
Updated converted contracts guidance for landlords in Wales
NRLA policy manager James Wood on what landlords in Wales need to know ahead of the 31st May deadline for issuing converted contracts.
HMO council tax consultation: How to get involved
Landlords have until March 31st to respond to an important consultation on council tax in HMO properties. The consultation proposes that HMO properties will never have more than one council tax bill - an issue the NRLA has been campaigning on for some time. Here's how you can make your voice heard.
One hundred days of Renting Homes Wales
Today marks one hundred days since Renting Homes (Wales) came into force, changing almost all of the housing laws in Wales. Here NRLA policy manager James Wood explains more about the new legislation and issues that the Welsh Government needs to resolve.
Fire Safety updates in HMOs: what you need to know
As part of the response to the Grenfell disaster, the government has introduced the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, setting out new requirements for some landlords.
Wales: NRLA releases standard occupation contract ahead of law change next week
The NRLA has today released an enhanced and improved Standard Occupation Contract for use by landlords in Wales (V1.2FSOC). The new document works as an all-in-one contract, setting out the terms for both the initial fixed term and any periodic contract that follows on from this.
Council Tax change to be debated on Wednesday
This Wednesday a suggested change to council tax legislation is being debated in Parliament. In this article, the NRLA sets out what the amendment wishes to achieve and how you can call on your MP to support its introduction.
Amendment seeks to change council tax rules for HMOs
A proposed amendment may stop the Valuation Office from charging council tax by the room in HMOs. Find out how you can get involved with the campaign to end this practice here.
The energy price cap - what you need to know
The Government has announced that the planned 80% rise in energy prices for consumers will not go ahead as planned on 1 October. While the full details have yet to be announced, there is some important information available that will help landlords and tenants prepare.
Statutory Debt Repayment Plan: what you need to know
The Government recently closed a consultation seeking opinions on a proposed Statutory Debt Repayment Plan (SDRP). The proposals set out a new method for debtors to repay creditors over time, while being protected from enforcement action. NRLA policy manager James Wood explains what landlords need to know.
Rental Reform - A deep dive on anti-social behaviour
The NRLA is continuing to analyse potential problems within the Government's new plans on rental reform. One of the key areas of concerns is around anti-social behaviour. Being able to tackle anti-social behaviour quickly and effectively is absolutely crucial to maintaining landlord confidence in the sector. Here, NRLA policy manager James Wood takes a look at some of the issues.
