Industry news
Warning issued over impact of benefit cuts on renters
The UK Government must complete and publish a full assessment of the impact on renters of their decisions to freeze Local Housing Allowance and cut Universal Credit, which risk pushing many households into poverty, problem debt, and homelessness.
New figures demonstrate scale of adapted homes challenge, says NRLA
According to new analysis of government data, the proportion of private rented households with someone aged 65 or over living in them has increased by 45 per cent over the past decade, The NRLA explains why this trend underlines the extent of the adapted homes challenges the private rented sector currently faces..
NRLA: Most councils have not issued any penalties against private landlords
Over half of local authorities in England have not issued any civil penalties against rogue or criminal landlords in the last three years according to a new survey.
NRLA scoops top industry awards
NRLA members’ magazine Property has been named Best Magazine at the National Association Awards, with the association scooping silver in the Best Membership Organisation category.
Energy efficiency support failing to help most in need
Just five per cent of private rented households have received government help to fund energy efficiency measures despite having the greatest need.
New 'easy to read' How to Rent guide released by Government
A new 'easy read' version of the 'How to Rent' guide has been released by Government.
EWS1 forms to be scrapped for buildings under 18 metres
Plans to end the need for EWS1 forms on buildings below 18 meters were outlined by the Government this week.
Welsh Government scheme to pay off Covid arrears launches
A new scheme supporting private tenants in Wales to pay off Covid-related arrears was launched by the Welsh Government this week.
Private rents falling in real terms says new data
RENTS paid by private tenants across the UK are falling in real terms according to official data published today.
Over 80% of private renters happy with accommodation
OVER 80 per cent of private renters in England are satisfied with their accommodation according to new data released today.
