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NRLA leads industry coalition objecting to Renters' Rights amendment

Organisations from across the private rented sector, led by the NRLA, have joined forces to object to Government plans to limit the amount of rent landlords can take up front.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 14/01/2025
NRLA leads industry coalition objecting to Renters' Rights amendment

Renters' Rights Bill amendments - a deep dive

A number of amendments have been made to the Renters Rights Bill ahead of it continuing its passage through parliament next week. Here the NRLA's Head of Policy James Wood takes a deep dive into what the proposed changed will mean in practice.

Industry News James Wood 10/01/2025
Renters' Rights Bill amendments - a deep dive

Exclusive Renters' Rights webinar announced: Book your place today

It's now just days until the Renters' Rights Bill reaches report stage in the Commons. The NRLA is hosting an exclusive member webinar the following day, unpacking all the latest news. Book your place today.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 08/01/2025
Exclusive Renters' Rights webinar announced: Book your place today

Course of the month – Damp and Mould Awareness

Damp and mould are a nightmare for landlords and tenants, and can cause serious health issues if left untreated. With this in mind, it is vital that you are aware of your responsibilities and are up to speed with the best way to identify and treat problem areas to keep your tenants safe and meet your legal obligations as a landlord.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 09/01/2025
Course of the month – Damp and Mould Awareness

New research programme to get landlords' voices heard

Landlords’ experiences will take centre stage as the NRLA reveals a fresh approach to its annual research programme.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 09/01/2025
New research programme to get landlords' voices heard

Police warning over fake document scam

Landlords are being reminded to double check tenants’ documents with their employers after a series of fake payslips were presented to a number of London landlords.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 09/01/2025
Police warning over fake document scam

New Renters’ Rights amendments announced

A number of amendments to the proposed Renters’ Rights Bill have been announced ahead of report stage in the Commons next week. The series of amendments include proposed changes to the amount a landlord can take in advance rent, an additional caveat to the student possession ground and new rules on rent repayment orders.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 08/01/2025
New Renters’ Rights amendments announced

Renters' Rights amendment could make it harder for vulnerable tenants to find a home

Vulnerable tenants could find it more difficult to find a home if the Government accepts a new amendment to the Renters' Rights Bill restricting the amount of rent landlords can take in advance to just a month.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 08/01/2025
Renters' Rights amendment could make it harder for vulnerable tenants to find a home

New date announced for Renters’ Rights Bill

The Renters’ Rights Bill will be back in Parliament for report stage on January 14. Report stage will see MPs  discuss amendments and new clauses in the House of Commons, with the NRLA continuing to lobby Ministers and MPs to ensure the Bill meets the needs of responsible landlords and tenants.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 02/01/2025
New date announced for Renters’ Rights Bill

NRLA launches new-look research portal

The NRLA has unveiled new-look research pages, offering even more detailed and accessible information on the state of the private rented sector (PRS).

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 02/01/2025
NRLA launches new-look research portal