Articles by Chris Norris
Blog: Improvements to Universal Credit Arrears Payments Expected
The NRLA has learned that DWP is to introduce a new procedure in the next few weeks, expected to be rolled-out during February 2022, which will dramatically speed up arrears payments to private landlords.
Blog: Landlords Needed for Building Safety Bill
We need NRLA members with experience of ownership and letting units in mid or high-rise properties to volunteer to share their knowledge and understanding of the challenges facing similar landlords.
Blog: Minister writes to English landlords about 'Winter Plan'
Housing minister Christopher Pincher MP has written an open letter to all landlords in England this December to explain the measures contained in the Autumn and Winter Plan (2021) to tackle rising cases of Covid-19.
Blog: Energy efficiency & VAT - the case for zero rating
Retrofit is arguably the greener option for reaching net zero. Why then is the practice of "demolish and rebuild" encouraged by the tax system? The answer, or at least one of them, appears to be VAT. We make the case for zero rating VAT on energy efficiency measures.
Blog: Energy efficiency & the cost cap - why new regulations must be flexible
The Government's response to their consultation on Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards is expected later this year. In the first of a series of blogs, we explore the impact of the proposed new cost cap of £10,000, and how the NRLA is arguing for a flexible approach across the country.
Possessions procedure to change when courts reopen
NRLA policy director Chris Norris explains the changes to Civil Procedure rules announced by Government today
