Articles by Sam Hunter

Majority of English local authorities failed to record private rented sector complaints, new NRLA research shows

New research published by the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) reveals that a majority of local authorities in England do not accurately record the number of private rented sector tenure complaints which they receive.

Industry News Sam Hunter 09/02/2022
Majority of English local authorities failed to record private rented sector complaints, new NRLA research shows

Welsh Government announces Renting Homes Wales Act implementation timings

Following the news that the Welsh Government has announced timings for the implementation of the Renting Homes Wales Act, the NRLA has published its response to this development.

Industry News Sam Hunter 12/01/2022
Welsh Government announces Renting Homes Wales Act implementation timings

Report lays bare impact of tax hikes on rental market

Over half of private landlords responding to a new survey conducted by the LSE on behalf of the NRLA say recent tax changes in the rental market have had a negative impact on their investment plans.

Industry News Sam Hunter 20/12/2021
Report lays bare impact of tax hikes on rental market

NRLA responds to new Welsh Government announcement on notice periods

Following the Welsh Government's decision to extend the six month notice period regulations introduced at the start of the pandemic until 24 March 2022, the NRLA has issued its response to this news.

Industry News Sam Hunter 20/12/2021
NRLA responds to new Welsh Government announcement on notice periods

Government plans for energy improvements in rental housing need rethink

Proposals to force landlords across the country to pay up to £10,000 to improve the energy efficiency of rental properties require a rethink, according to the NRLA.

Industry News Sam Hunter 16/12/2021
Government plans for energy improvements in rental housing need rethink