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Material information: New rules on advertising homes to let
Rules regarding the information that should be included in advertisements for rental homes have been withdrawn, following the introduction of new legislation.
Courts unprepared for Renters' Rights Bill as possession delays worsen
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.
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.
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.
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.
NRLA CEO addresses national Renters’ Rights event
Landlord and tenant priorities in a post-Renters’ Rights Bill world were the focus of discussions led by NRLA Chief Executive Ben Beadle at a national seminar this week. Ben was addressing the Westminster Social Policy Forum keynote seminar on the next steps for the private rented sector in England once the Bill is passed.
Renters' Rights Bill: Peers continue the debate
We take a closer look at the debates behind the most recent Committee stage of the Renters' Rights Bill
