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Renters' Rights Bill has Second Reading in Lords
Student tenancies, lets with pets and court capacity were all under the microscope this week as the Renters’ Rights Bill had its Second Reading in the House of Lords. So what are the major sticking points for peers?
Renters’ Rights: Eleventh hour amendments lodged
A series of amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill, including proposals on fixed term tenancies, the courts rent increases and insurance, have been proposed by the Conservatives, following its Second Reading in the Lords. Here NRLA policy director Chris Norris explains more about what has been proposed and – more importantly – the likelihood of success.
With 90,000 families facing poverty due to LHA rates now is time to lift the freeze
With a new study claiming 90,000 families will be pushed into poverty by the Government’s decision to freeze Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates, the NRLA is calling for levels to be pegged to market rents.
Renters’ Rights Bill will limit access to higher education
Planned reforms to the private rented sector will stifle access to higher education and limit social mobility.
Renters Rights Bill will limit access to higher education
Reforms to the private rented sector will make it harder to access university – limiting social mobility for swathes of students. The NRLA is leading a coalition of student housing providers and property portals issuing the warning as members of the House of Lords prepare to debate Renters’ Rights Bill today.
Landlord Michelle planning new charity venture
Landlord and letting agent Michelle Walker-Smith is eyeing her next charity venture after helping to raise more than £4,000 in November.
NRLA Research: New member survey launched
The NRLA is surveying members for its new Landlord Eye research report offering in-depth insight into the issues affecting you and your portfolio.
No punches pulled as Renters’ Rights Bill back in Lords
A hard-hitting briefing, outlining the potentially devastating consequences of the Renters’ Rights Bill has been issued to Peers ahead of Second Reading on Tuesday.
Call of the month: Proving right to rent
This month we advised one of our members with a query on the correct way to check a tenant’s right to rent, specifically regarding the documents tenant can show to their landlord and whether they could accept a Biometric Residence Permit.
Your training and events guide for February
Welcome to the latest update from our award-winning Training Academy. February sees a bumper 16 courses on offer with five events taking place around the country and online.
