Articles by Sally Walmsley
NRLA addresses ministers on Decent Homes plans
NRLA proposals for a new Decent Homes Standard were the focus of a meeting of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the PRS today. During the meeting in Westminster this morning, policy director Chris Norris outlined the association’s plans, which include proposals for ‘property passports’.
Mental Health Awareness week - taking care of yourself and your tenants
Letting out homes can be a stressful business, and with the impact of Covid-19 and added pressures of the current cost-of-living crisis it is no surprise many people are struggling with their mental health. This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and, with this in mind, the NRLA is reminding landlords to think about their mental wellbeing - and to reach out if they need help.
NRLA in talks with Director General for Levelling Up
Rental reform, the proposed landlord register and the growing gulf between supply and demand for privately rented homes were on the agenda when NRLA CEO Ben Beadle met with top housing civil servant Emran Mian. Mr Mian met with Ben to discuss some of the major issues concerning private sector landlords ahead of this week’s Queen’s Speech.
Blog: NRLA win as possession grounds to be strengthened
Today's Queen's Speech saw the UK Government re-commit to a Renters Reform Bill, including the abolition of Section 21 while also strengthening landlords' rights to possession through new grounds. NRLA chief executive Ben Beadle explains what happens next.
Possession grounds to be strengthened as end of Section 21 in sight
Plans to abolish Section 21 repossessions will be brought forward it has been confirmed in the Queen's Speech today. NRLA chief executive Ben Beadle has welcomed the Government's commitment to tackling arrears and antisocial behaviour and will continue to lobby Ministers to ensure other grounds for possessions are fair.
Landlords' mission to save pets in Ukraine
As millions of refugees flee war-torn Ukraine with little more than the clothes on their backs, many have had no choice but to leave behind much-loved family pets. Landlords Nick Tadd and Vanessa Warwick have raised tens of thousands of pounds to help save these animals, with Nick travelling to Ukraine to help coordinate the rescue mission on the ground.
NRLA scoops three national awards
The NRLA has scooped three top accolades at the National Association Awards 2022, including the prestigious National Association of the Year title. NRLA chief executive Ben Beadle was named Outstanding Director for 2022 at the annual awards, with NRLA members’ magazine Property named Best Magazine.
Landlords to be given grants to install charging points for electric cars
A new Government fund allowing landlords to pick up £350 towards the purchase and installation of charging points for electric cars has been announced today.
NRLA scoops top industry training award
The NRLA has been named Best Property Education Provider at the annual Property Reporter Awards. The association's training academy beat off stiff competition from across the industry to clinch the title in a ceremony in London earlier today.
John Stewart: A tribute to a much-loved friend and colleague
The NRLA is sad to confirm that its Deputy Director for Policy and Research, John Stewart, passed away over the weekend after being diagnosed with cancer.
