Articles by Sam Hunter

Comms update: NRLA responds to Budget national insurance media speculation

In the wake of media speculation ahead of the Budget suggesting the Government may be about to levy national insurance on rental income, the NRLA set out its position on behalf of its membership.

Campaigns Sam Hunter 05/09/2025
Comms update: NRLA responds to Budget national insurance media speculation

How we fight to make you heard – an NRLA media relations round up

To say that it’s been a hectic time for the private rented sector would be a significant understatement. Upheaval has been the watchword for landlords across the market as many ready themselves for the arrival of the biggest legislative shake-up for decades.

Industry News Sam Hunter 28/02/2025
How we fight to make you heard – an NRLA media relations round up

Renters’ Rights Bill: NRLA secures blanket media coverage of launch

Throughout this hugely significant week for the private rented sector, the NRLA has been working hard to ensure the ‘landlord’s voice’ is heard loud and clear across UK national, trade and regional media.

Industry News Sam Hunter 13/09/2024
Renters’ Rights Bill: NRLA secures blanket media coverage of launch

Landlords selling up biggest threat to renters

Landlords selling properties is the single biggest threat to renters, according to Government data. The news comes as the Renters (Reform) Bill is due to be debated in the Lords today.

Industry News Sam Hunter 15/05/2024
Landlords selling up biggest threat to renters

NRLA report reveals councils’ shocking failure to tackle rogue landlords

Less than half the fines levied against rogue landlords have been collected by local authorities, according to new data gathered by the NRLA.

Industry News Sam Hunter 10/05/2024
NRLA report reveals councils’ shocking failure to tackle rogue landlords