Articles by Sam Hunter

Renters (Reform) Bill second reading: NRLA secures widespread media coverage

With news that the Government has finally brought the Renters (Reform) Bill to the House of Commons for its second reading, the NRLA Communications Team has campaigned hard over the past week to ensure our members are well-represented in the UK media.

Industry News Sam Hunter 27/10/2023
Renters (Reform) Bill second reading: NRLA secures widespread media coverage

Healthy Rented Sector "Critical" To Housing Market Says Housing Secretary

The Housing Secretary has argued that a healthy private rented sector is critical to the UK's housing market, during his speech at the NRLA's 2023 National Conference.

Industry News Sam Hunter 25/10/2023
Healthy Rented Sector "Critical" To Housing Market Says Housing Secretary

Government Pledges Court Reform Before Section 21 Goes

The NRLA has issued a statement in response to news that the Government has confirmed section 21 evictions will not be abolished until measures are introduced to improve the handling of legitimate possession cases by the courts.

Industry News Sam Hunter 20/10/2023
Government Pledges Court Reform Before Section 21 Goes

Confidence of landlords vital to success of Renters Reform Bill says NRLA

The Government’s controversial Renters (Reform) Bill will have its second reading on Monday, with the NRLA warning it must have the confidence of landlords if it is to succeed.

Industry News Sam Hunter 19/10/2023
Confidence of landlords vital to success of Renters Reform Bill says NRLA

Housing Benefit freeze a "travesty" argue landlords at Labour Conference

The ongoing freeze on housing benefit rates is a “travesty” that needs reversing immediately, the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has warned.

Industry News Sam Hunter 10/10/2023
Housing Benefit freeze a "travesty" argue landlords at Labour Conference