Articles by Victoria Barker
Leeds landlords-are you a member of Leeds rental standard scheme?
Do you have properties in Leeds? If so, you may be interested in, or already a member of, the Leeds Rental Standard Scheme. The scheme offers a large number of benefits for landlords with properties in the Leeds City Council area, and requires details of your NRLA membership for you to benefit from inclusion.
How to paint like a pro three ways
Want to learn more about the technique to painting a wall like a professional, or perhaps how to paint a door and ensure a smooth finish? You’re in the right place. Remember - NRLA members can benefit from a 10% discount on most items at B & Q, including paint, thanks to the NRLA's partnership with TradePoint.
Covid-19 and the rental market-one year on
This post provides a summary of the NRLA Tenant Survey conducted in November/December 2020. Rent arrears are rising with the risk of tenants losing their homes. The post includes a link to a summary briefing paper.
Licensing: Respond to current licensing consultations
The NRLA is urging landlords to make their views heard on plans to introduce licensing schemes in a number of towns and cities across the country. To help members learn more about consultations, the NRLA has developed a toolkit exclusive for members.
Census 2021 launches this March
The NRLA is urging landlords to make sure they respond to the 2021 census which will run in March.
Pressure mounts on Government to resolve rent debt crisis
Following the announcement to extend the eviction ban on Sunday, it has been a busy week for the NRLA and the wider sector.
Renters Reform Bill- frequently asked questions
Government announces £3.5 billion funding for removal of unsafe cladding
The Government will pay for the removal of unsafe cladding for leaseholders in high-rise residential buildings, the Housing Secretary announced today. Robert Jenrick MP confirmed that the cost of replacing unsafe cladding for leaseholders in residential buildings will be fully funded by the Government where the building is 18 metres and over, in England.
Budget calls: Financial package vital to tackle Covid rent debt
Calls for a financial package to tackle the rent debt crisis form the cornerstone of the NRLA submission to the Government ahead of the Budget. With 800 000 renters in rent arrears, and landlords struggling to cover the costs, the NRLAs budget calls focus on the immediate need for financial support for the sector.
Renters' Reform Bill - get involved in our campaign
Over the past month, we have been running a series of interactive regional webinars for members to learn more about the Renters Reform Bill and specifically the NRLAs proposals for this.
