Industry news

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

Police and councils failing to tackle anti-social tenants, finds new NRLA research

New NRLA research reveals that, of those private landlords who have previously served a repossession notice, half have done so because of a tenant's anti-social or criminal behaviour.

Industry News Rhianna Abrey 13/12/2022
Police and councils failing to tackle anti-social tenants, finds new NRLA research

Wales: NRLA provide evidence to Local Government and Housing Committee Inquiries

Our NRLA Wales team have given evidence to several important inquiries this month, including an inquiry into homelessness and another evidence session focussing on council tax.

Industry News Josh Lovell 12/12/2022
Wales: NRLA provide evidence to Local Government and Housing Committee Inquiries

NRLA responds to Minister's acknowledgement of PRS' supply and demand crisis

The NRLA responds to remarks by Minister for the PRS Felicity Buchan MP which note the PRS' ongoing supply and demand issues.

Industry News Rhianna Abrey 08/12/2022
NRLA responds to Minister's acknowledgement of PRS' supply and demand crisis

Home Bank launched to help landlords and tenants work together to save energy

The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has launched the 'Home Bank' initiative in partnership with Birmingham City Council, to encourage tenants and landlords to help one another save energy this winter.

Industry News Samuel Leeson 01/12/2022
Home Bank launched to help landlords and tenants work together to save energy

Renting Homes (Wales) Act comes into force

The Renting Homes (Wales) Act was brought in on Thursday (December 1) after a six year wait. In response the NRLA has produced a series of documents and guides to support landlords with properties in Wales through the changes.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 01/12/2022
Renting Homes (Wales) Act comes into force

Landlords respond to Shelter research

Today, we responded to Shelter's research, which you can read here.

Industry News Rhianna Abrey 01/12/2022
Landlords respond to Shelter research

Senedd confirms notice periods for converted contracts will increase to six months

On the eve of the introduction of the Renting Homes Wales Act, the Welsh Government has confirmed amendments increasing the notice period for fixed term contracts from two to six months. The vote was taken last night, with 36 in favour of the change and 15 against, despite strong opposition from landlords and other letting professionals.

Industry News Victoria Barker 30/11/2022
Senedd confirms notice periods for converted contracts will increase to six months

NRLA Campaigns Update: What we are doing for you

This week the campaigns and policy team have been busy with meeting with elected representatives and government officials across England and Wales, to ensure your voice is heard at the highest level.

Industry News Samuel Leeson 25/11/2022
NRLA Campaigns Update: What we are doing for you

Wales: NRLA releases standard occupation contract ahead of law change next week

The NRLA has today released an enhanced and improved Standard Occupation Contract for use by landlords in Wales (V1.2FSOC). The new document works as an all-in-one contract, setting out the terms for both the initial fixed term and any periodic contract that follows on from this.

Industry News James Wood 25/11/2022
Wales: NRLA releases standard occupation contract ahead of law change next week

Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week: Everything landlords need to know

Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week runs from 21-27 November and is organised by the All-Party Parliamentary Carbon Monoxide Group (APPCOG). The campaign aims to raise awareness of risks of the so-called 'silent killer', and to help consumers and the public understand more about carbon monoxide. Coinciding with this awareness week, the NRLA is also reminding landlords of their gas safety responsibilities.

Industry News Victoria Barker 23/11/2022
Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week: Everything landlords need to know