Articles by Sam Hunter

Renters’ Rights Bill: NRLA secures blanket media coverage of launch

Throughout this hugely significant week for the private rented sector, the NRLA has been working hard to ensure the ‘landlord’s voice’ is heard loud and clear across UK national, trade and regional media.

Industry News Sam Hunter 13/09/2024
Renters’ Rights Bill: NRLA secures blanket media coverage of launch

Landlords selling up biggest threat to renters

Landlords selling properties is the single biggest threat to renters, according to Government data. The news comes as the Renters (Reform) Bill is due to be debated in the Lords today.

Industry News Sam Hunter 15/05/2024
Landlords selling up biggest threat to renters

NRLA report reveals councils’ shocking failure to tackle rogue landlords

Less than half the fines levied against rogue landlords have been collected by local authorities, according to new data gathered by the NRLA.

Industry News Sam Hunter 10/05/2024
NRLA report reveals councils’ shocking failure to tackle rogue landlords

Publish amendments and get on with Renters (Reform) Bill, landlords tell ministers

In the wake of the news that the Government has announced proposed changes to the Renters (Reform) Bill, the NRLA provides its response to this development.

Industry News Sam Hunter 28/03/2024
Publish amendments and get on with Renters (Reform) Bill, landlords tell ministers

Landlords back MPs' call to uplift housing benefits

Following the publication of a new report by the Work & Pensions Select Committee, the NRLA welcomes the Committee's call for an uplift in housing benefit levels.

Sam Hunter 21/03/2024
Landlords back MPs' call to uplift housing benefits