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Renters’ Rights impact assessment: Will the figures add up?

With the news the Renters' Rights Bill will cost businesses a total £33 million a year according to the Government’s impact assessment, NRLA policy officer Dan Cumming looks behind the headlines, to find out what this means for landlords.

Industry News Dan Cumming 28/11/2024
Renters’ Rights impact assessment: Will the figures add up?

New rented homes database must include must include vital safety information

The PRS property database - set to be introduced under the Renters' Rights Bill - must include meaningful information on safety and standards if it is to work for landlords and tenants.

Industry News NRLA Communications Team 29/11/2024
New rented homes database must include must include vital safety information

'Serious flaws' delay leasehold legislation

Housing Minister, Matthew Pennycook has acknowledged there are 'serious flaws' in leasehold reform legislation, delaying pledges made to modernise the system. Eleanor Bateman, Senior Public Affairs Officer, looks at what has been announced so far, and what happens next.

Industry News Eleanor Bateman 28/11/2024
'Serious flaws' delay leasehold legislation

Your training and events for December

Welcome to the final training and events update of 2024. In all, there are 15 courses and events this month, with something for everyone on offer.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 28/11/2024
Your training and events for December

Your guide to energy efficiency funding

NRLA Public Affairs Officer Mia Rotaru explores upcoming energy efficiency requirements and how landlords can get a head start. Read on to learn more about the national grants available and if you’re eligible to apply.

Industry News Mia Rotaru 28/11/2024
Your guide to energy efficiency funding

Breaking news: Renters’ Rights Bill to cost £33 million

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has this afternoon published its impact assessment for the Renters' Rights Bill, estimating the net cost to businesses will total £33 million a year.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 22/11/2024
Breaking news: Renters’ Rights Bill to cost £33 million

Fire Risk Assessment for Landlords

Discover everything you need to know about fire safety regulations for landlords, including how to carry out a thorough landlord fire risk assessment.

Industry News NRLA 22/11/2024
Fire Risk Assessment for Landlords

Course of the month: Renters’ Rights Bill

Our brand-new course, designed to help you navigate the changes that will come into force in the PRS, has already been in huge demand with many dates already sold out. The Renters’ Rights Bill is set to change so much about the way landlords work, and by choosing this course, you’ll be on the front foot when it comes to complying with the new regulations when they come into force.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 22/11/2024
Course of the month: Renters’ Rights Bill

Energy efficiency: Funding call for landlords

Citizens Advice has added its voice to calls for a funding package for landlords carrying out energy efficiency improvements to their properties. The news comes as the Government pledged to ‘consider’ costs for private and social landlords when consulting on minimum energy efficiency standards (MEES).

Industry News Sally Walmsley 22/11/2024
Energy efficiency: Funding call for landlords

Carbon monoxide: What you need to know

arbon Monoxide is a silent killer. Colourless and orderless, it leads to 60 fatalities a year, with a further 200 people hospitalised as a result of inhaling the gas. This week is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week, organised to educate people of the dangers and remind them to keep up to date with vital safety checks.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 22/11/2024
Carbon monoxide: What you need to know