Industry news
Courts unprepared for Renters' Rights Bill as possession delays worsen
The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has warned that the Government is failing to acknowledge the true state of the court system and its lack of readiness to handle possession cases following the end of Section 21 'no-fault' evictions.
Committee stage concludes: Renters’ Rights Bill a step closer to Royal Assent
The Renters’ Rights Bill has taken a significant step forward, with the House of Lords concluding its Committee stage scrutiny this week. With Royal Assent expected in the summer, attention turns to the finer details and practicalities of the Bill ahead of its next stage. Public affairs officer, Mia Rotaru, summarises the latest developments.
Capital Gains Tax hike now landlords' biggest fear
A rumoured increase in Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on the sale of rental properties is now the single biggest concern for private landlords, according to new data from the NRLA.
NRLA: Investor concern at potential Capital Gains Tax hike
New data published by the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) reveals that a rumoured potential increase in Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on the sale of rental properties is now the single biggest concern for private landlords.
Common sense prevails as Welsh Government rejects tenant compensation proposal
A recommendation that would have required landlords to provide two months' rent as compensation to tenants upon serving a Section 173 ‘no-fault’ possession notice has been rejected by the Welsh Government.
NRLA: Common sense prevails as Welsh Government rejects tenant compensation proposal
The Welsh Government has rejected a recommendation that would have required landlords to provide two months' rent as compensation to tenants upon serving a Section 173 ‘no-fault’ possession notice.
Blog: Why falling investment is bad news for us all
With new figures showing buy-to-let investment has fallen to pre-financial crisis levels, NRLA chief executive Ben Beadle looks at why a vibrant rental sector is essential for the country – and what can be done to encourage growth.
NRLA win as Welsh National Housing Survey announced
The Welsh Government has agreed to undertake a Welsh Housing Survey next year, following a longstanding campaign by the NRLA. Wales has complex and unique housing challenges and the NRLA firmly believe that relable and up-to-the minute data will help the Government develop strong and effective policies that work for both landlords and tenants.
NRLA welcomes Welsh Government’s commitment to National Housing Survey
The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) welcomes the Welsh Government’s commitment to undertake a Welsh Housing Survey for 2026–27. This is a positive step towards recognising the importance of evidence-led policymaking, something the NRLA has consistently championed.
Retrofit pledge a start – but more support needed
The Government has announced plans to train 18,000 retrofit professionals in a bid to realise its energy efficiency ambitions. The NRLA has flagged the nationwide shortage of tradespeople as a major obstacle to its plans to introduce new minimum energy efficiency standards, demanding all rental homes have a minimum EPC rating of C by 2030.
