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News relating to the private rented sector from both England and Wales, affecting landlords.

Landlord concerns over energy efficiency are greater than those over the Renters' Rights Bill

An NRLA survey has found landlords are more concerned over new energy efficiency standards than the Renters' Rights Bill

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 16/04/2025
Landlord concerns over energy efficiency are greater than those over the Renters' Rights Bill

Manaquel case: Important changes for landlords appealing improvement notices

A recent judgment has important implications for landlords who are appealing an improvement notice

Industry News Dan Cumming 16/04/2025
Manaquel case: Important changes for landlords appealing improvement notices

Rental reform plans need urgent changes to work

Ministers must back pragmatic changes to their rental reform plans to stand any chance of working.  That’s the warning from the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) as the House of Lords prepares to start detailed scrutiny of the Renters’ Rights Bill next week.

Industry News NRLA Communications Team 16/04/2025
Rental reform plans need urgent changes to work

Court fees have now increased

Court fees have now increased for the second time in a year - we have the details of this latest rise

Industry News Dan Cumming 11/04/2025
Court fees have now increased

Navigating regulatory reform: Watch our webinar

The NRLA hosted an exclusive webinar this week to discuss ongoing work on campaigns regarding the Renters' Rights Bill and Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 11/04/2025
Navigating regulatory reform: Watch our webinar

Energy efficiency: Staying ahead of the curve

New Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) are set to reshape how we think about energy efficiency, not just in the private rented sector (PRS), but across the housing market. One obstacle faced by landlords keen to get on the front foot is the lack of qualified tradespeople - a situation only expected to get worse. Public Affairs officer Mia Rotaru explores the issue.

Industry News Mia Rotaru 10/04/2025
Energy efficiency: Staying ahead of the curve

NRLA announces new partnership with Litta

The NRLA is partnering with waste collection firm Litta - with exclusive discounts available to members. Litta offers on-demand waste collection, with contractors able to clear general rubbish and detritus from rental properties, including abandoned furniture, garden waste and DIY debris. It is also able to handle commercial waste, white goods, electrical appliances and organise skip hire.

Industry News NRLA Communications Team 10/04/2025
NRLA announces new partnership with Litta

Renters' Rights: Amendments we're backing in the Lords

The Renters’ Rights Bill moves to Committee stage in the House of Lords from 22nd April, where more than 200 amendments will be debated. Public Affairs Manager, Ellie Bateman, highlights the proposed changes we are supporting to ensure the Bill is workable and fair.

Industry News Eleanor Bateman 10/04/2025
Renters' Rights: Amendments we're backing in the Lords

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Industry News Sally Walmsley 09/04/2025
Get involved: Property magazine needs you!

Renters Rights Bill amendments: what you need to know

A proposed new amendment to the Renters' Rights Bill will reassure landlords they will still be able to regain possession if they serve notice before the Bill becomes law but don't apply for a possession order until after. The amendment has been put forward by Baroness Taylor, the Housing Minister in the Lords.

Industry News James Wood 04/04/2025
Renters Rights Bill amendments: what you need to know