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Budget calls: Full review of PRS tax needed
With the private rented sector's supply crisis still causing major issues, the NRLA is calling on the Government to begin a full review of how private rented housing is taxed in a written submission to the Treasury ahead of the Budget next month.
PRS research: NRLA makes the headlines
The NRLA has hit the headlines this week with a new report, “A Housing Market that Works for Everyone: Rethinking the role of the private rented sector”. The report, commissioned by the association, has made a huge splash in the national, trade and regional media.
Rental reform: Councils must prepare for homeless crisis
The NRLA has warned local authorities will need extra cash to cope with a potential homelessness crisis once the Renters’ Reform Bill is passed. The claim comes in response to a consultation on proposed changes to the Homelessness Reduction Act.
New Renting Homes (Wales) guidance
New Renting Homes (Wales) legislation is still causing headaches for landlords. The NRLA has produced guidance on converted contracts, rent increases and holding deposits, is lobbying the Welsh Government to make compliance easier.
Exclusive member discounts - your guide
NRLA members can benefit from a huge range of exclusive deals and discounts on vital goods and services from the association's partners and recognised suppliers. These include discounts of up to 15% at a number of household names, including B&Q, Carpetright and AO.
Podcast: Special edition on new PRS research
This month we take a deep dive into new research commissioned by the NRLA on the private rented sector and its wider role within society. Presenters Ben and Richard are joined by report author Chris Walker, Paragon Bank's Richard Rowntree and Nigel Lewis of The Negotiator.
What the NRLA has been doing for you
It's been a busy month for the NRLA policy and campaigns team, with high-level meetings in Westminster and Cardiff Bay, including face-to-face discussions with the housing minister, Felicity Buchan. Senior public affairs and campaigns officer Eleanor Bateman explains more.
Rental reform could wreck students' university plans
Proposed Government reforms of the private rented sector threaten to make it harder for students to enter higher education, according to a letter signed by the National Residential Landlords Association and organisations from across the higher education sector.
Clampdown on anti-social behaviour - NRLA calls
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 how the Government could strengthen its stance.
Whose responsibility is a blocked drain?
When it comes to blocked drains, there is often a dispute about who should take responsibility. The tenant might have caused the blockage, but the landlord is responsible for the drainage system. Experts from NRLA partner TDS take a deep dive.
Your latest local licensing update
This month, Greenwich Council announced it will be going back to the drawing board with its additional licensing consultation, following complaints by the NRLA it was unlawful. Consultations have also be launched in Tower Hamlets and other areas.
Your training and events update for February
The NRLA has a packed programme this February, with 26 online and in-person training courses on offer as well as a comprehensive programme of in-person and online events. Click below to find out more about what's on offer and to book your place.
Help and advice
Call of the month: New fire safety regulations
This month we were contacted by a member who was a HMO landlord of a student property, let room by room. They had heard new fire safety rules had been brought in for some rented properties and wanted to make sure they were compliant.
Forum spotlight: Replacing a broken bath plug
A new landlord contacted our members' forum this month asking for advice about a complaint over a broken bath plug. They wanted to know who would be responsible for providing a replacement after the issue was reported by their tenants.
TradePoint: How to clean your grouting
Cleaning the grouting surrounding tiles can make a tired looking bathroom look as good as new, but it can be a tough job. Here, NRLA partner Tradepoint (B&Q) explains what you need to do to get your bathroom back into tip top condition.
The Energy Crisis - A Landlords Guide
This month we shine the spotlight on one of the NRLA’s new courses, ‘The Energy Crisis - A Landlord’s Guide’. The course, which is suitable for all landlords and letting agents, has been developed to help landlords support struggling tenants.
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