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Next goverment must ensure housing benefit rates track rents
The NRLA is calling on the next government to commit to ensuring housing benefit rates permanently track market rents, to tackle 'chronic uncertainty' among tenants - and the landlords who house them.
What the parties are promising on housing
With less than a week to go until the country goes to the polls here's a quick reminder of what each of the major political parties have pledged when it comes to housing and other issues affecting the private rented sector.
New speakers announced for NRLA conference
More speakers have been announced for the NRLA’s third annual Landlord Conference, which will be held at Birmingham's NEC on 6 November this year. Tickets are on sale now, grab yours before they're gone.
Final bulletin - stay up to date with our weekly enews
Today marks the final NRLA monthly Bulletin. However you can keep up to date with all the latest legislative updates, NRLA campaigns, news and views in our weekly enews mailing and by following us on social media.
NRLA webinar: Priorities for the new government
The NRLA will host a post-election webinar on 24 July. The webinar will follow the King’s Speech on July 17, where the incoming government will put meat on the bones of its election pledges.
NRLA podcast: A pre-election special
With election day less than a week away, Ben and Richard are joined on the monthly podcast by a trio of guests who will unpick the promises made in the party manifestos and examine their potential impact on the sector.
Councils failing to inspect potentially hazardous housing
Only a third of complaints raised by renters resulted in an HHSRS inspection between 2021-23 according to local authority data published by the NRLA. The statistics come from new research on standards and enforcement.
Landlord Michelle sleeps out for charity
Landlord and letting agent Michelle Walker-Smith has taken part in a sponsored sleepout to raise money for a local homelessness charity. The event for CEO Sleepover raised more than £16,500 for those in need.
Research call: Have your say in our latest survey
Leasehold and freehold reform, energy efficiency and possession notices are among the topics up for discussion in our latest member survey. Have your say to help inform future NRLA policy.
All the very latest PRS news from Wales
NRLA Wales Operations Manager Steve Bletsoe provides an update on the private rented sector in Wales, with news the publication of the 'fair rents' White Paper has been pushed back.
Your latest local licensing update this month
Senior Policy Officer Samantha Watkin explains more about licensing consultations in Blackburn and Darwen, Manchester and Rochdale, with new schemes starting up in Lewisham and Brighton.
Your training and events update for July
We run through the award-winning NRLA Training Academy's packed schedule for July including online and classroom courses. You can also find out more about our virtual and in-person meetings.
Help and advice
What are the political parties' plans for energy efficiency
This month we helped a member who called to find out more about what each of the major political parties' manifestos have to say about energy efficiency plans.
NRLA launches partnership with SDL Property Auctions
The NRLA has announced a new partnership with SDL Property Auctions, an award-winning auctioneer which specialises in helping users to sell a wide range of properties.
TradePoint: How to repair plasterboard
As a landlord it's not unusual to find damage to plasterboard in your property. Here NRLA partner Tradepoint (B&Q) has produced a handy guide on how to fix dents and holes.
Course of the month: Landlords fundamentals
Whether you are a new landlord starting out in the business, or an experienced portfolio holder, our landlords fundamentals course will offer something for you.
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