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

Rent-to-Rent: NRLA CEO gives evidence to Supreme Court

NRLA Chief Executive Ben Beadle has submitted evidence to the Supreme Court in a high-profile appeal centring on a rent-to-rent arrangement. The association applied to intervene in the Rakusen v Jepsen Supreme Court appeal, on the basis the outcome could have far-reaching implications.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 19/01/2023
Rent-to-Rent: NRLA CEO gives evidence to Supreme Court

NRLA's anti-social behaviour plan shared with minister

The NRLA has written to housing minister Felicity Buchan reiterating its calls for the Government to beef up plans to clamp down on anti-social behaviour in the PRS. The letter outlines the NRLA's proposals on how the Government's rental reform plans could be developed to strengthen its stance on anti-social behaviour.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 11/01/2023
NRLA's anti-social behaviour plan shared with minister

Government energy efficiency plans 'dead in the water' warn landlords

Two years on from the closure of a consultation on energy efficiency targets in the private rented sector, the NRLA sets out why the current Government needs to provide clarity to private landlords on minimum standards.

Industry News Rhianna Abrey 09/01/2023
Government energy efficiency plans 'dead in the water' warn landlords

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.

Industry News James Wood 06/01/2023
Fire Safety updates in HMOs: what you need to know

Self-assessment tax deadline fast approaching: advice for landlords

Landlords are reminded that the self-assessment tax return deadline is fast approaching, and they have until 31st January 2023 to file their self-assessment tax return online.

Industry News Victoria Barker 05/01/2023
Self-assessment tax deadline fast approaching: advice for landlords

NRLA agrees partnership with YourRepair

The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has launched a new partnership with YourRepair, a leading provider of flexible boiler and emergency cover.

Industry News Rhianna Abrey 04/01/2023
NRLA agrees partnership with YourRepair

NRLA addresses Government roundtables

The NRLA has addressed two Government roundtables this week – on anti-social behaviour and student tenancies. Housing Minister Felicity Buchan and other stakeholders were in attendance at both meetings, which were organised at the request of the NRLA in response to Government plans outlined in its Rental Reform White Paper.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 21/12/2022
NRLA addresses Government roundtables

Rental reform plans risk causing chaos in student housing market

Students face chaos as government plans to reform the rental market threaten to cause widespread uncertainty as to whether housing will be available at start of each academic year.

Industry News Sam Hunter 21/12/2022
Rental reform plans risk causing chaos in student housing market

NRLA win as Making Tax Digital pushed back

The Government has announced it will push back the implementation date for the next stage of its Making Tax Digital (MTD) programme, which would have brought income tax self-assessment into scope, following pressure from the NRLA. It will also increase the income threshold landlords must meet before they need to enrol with the new system.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 20/12/2022
NRLA win as Making Tax Digital pushed back

NRLA announces new partnership with Crisis

The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) today announces its new partnership with Crisis, the national charity for homeless people.

Industry News Sam Hunter 14/12/2022
NRLA announces new partnership with Crisis