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Energy efficiency: NRLA addresses minister at high-level roundtable

The NRLA told energy minister Miatta Fahnbulleh more time and more clarity over funding is needed if the Government’s energy efficiency ambitions are to be realised, at a high-level meeting this week.  Representatives from across the industry met the minister and a team of key civil servants at the first of four roundtables, organised to examine the proposals in detail.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 28/02/2025
Energy efficiency: NRLA addresses minister at high-level roundtable

How we fight to make you heard – an NRLA media relations round up

To say that it’s been a hectic time for the private rented sector would be a significant understatement. Upheaval has been the watchword for landlords across the market as many ready themselves for the arrival of the biggest legislative shake-up for decades.

Industry News Sam Hunter 28/02/2025
How we fight to make you heard – an NRLA media relations round up

NRLA podcast - All the latest on new energy efficiency plans

Join us as we delve into the Government's latest energy efficiency proposals, with expert insight and analysis.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 28/02/2025
NRLA podcast - All the latest on new energy efficiency plans

Rental housing crisis will undermine Chancellor's growth plans

A shortage of rental homes will undermine government efforts to attract 'global talent' to the UK unless action is taken to address the issue. The NRLA has joined forces with the British Property Federation (BPF) and Propertymark to issue the warning in a letter to Chancellor Rachel Reeves.

Industry News NRLA Communications Team 27/02/2025
Rental housing crisis will undermine Chancellor's growth plans

Your Licensing Update for March

In our licensing blog this month we round up all the latest licensing consultations and how to respond to them, as well as full details of all the new schemes coming into force.

Industry News Samantha Watkin 25/02/2025
Your Licensing Update for March

Call for clarity on new EPC plans

With Renters’ Rights dominating the headlines at present its easy to forget other reforms on the horizon which could have significant consequences for landlords. Here NRLA Chief Innovation Officer and founder of Safe2 explains more about plans to change the way EPCs are calculated and what that means for you and your portfolio.

Industry News James Kent 25/02/2025
Call for clarity on new EPC plans

Exclusive member webinar unpacks energy efficiency plans

The NRLA hosted an exclusive member webinar on government energy efficiency proposals this week - with a frequently asked questions sections now added to the website. A recording of the webinar is now available to all NRLA members.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 21/02/2025
Exclusive member webinar unpacks energy efficiency plans

ICO fees up by a third - have you paid yours?

Landlords who electronically handle personal information are reminded they need to pay their annual fee to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), with the figure rising by almost 30%.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 21/02/2025
ICO fees up by a third - have you paid yours?

New Renters Rights Bill eLearning course goes live today

A new eLearning version of the NRLA's popular Renters' Rights Bill course has gone live today. The eLearning training contains all the information and resources from the classroom and eClassroom courses, but gives you the flexibility to complete it at your own pace and in your own time.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 21/02/2025
New Renters Rights Bill eLearning course goes live today

Tenants left struggling as landlords sell off homes

Private sector tenants are continuing to struggle, with new data highlighting an ongoing shortage of homes to rent. The NRLA is now calling on Government to axe the stamp duty hike announced at the last election, invest in court reform and lift the freeze on Local Housing Allowances rates coming in this April.

Industry News NRLA Communications Team 20/02/2025
Tenants left struggling as landlords sell off homes