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News relating to the private rented sector from both England and Wales, affecting landlords.

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

Your training and events update for January

The new year is a great time to get your teeth into a new challenge and the NRLA's award-winning Training Academy is running 16 courses throughout January, complementing our comprehensive eLearning offer.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 02/01/2025
Your training and events update for January

Countdown to the big switch-off: Is your rental affected?

The Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) will end on 30 June this year, affecting some heating and hot water supplies in rental properties.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 02/01/2025
Countdown to the big switch-off: Is your rental affected?

Five key updates landlords should prepare for in 2025

The New Year is here, and it’s fair to say that 2025 is shaping up to be a hugely significant year when it comes to legislative changes affecting landlords. Here, we round-up what we can expect in 2025, and how the NRLA can support you through the changes.

Industry News Victoria Barker 02/01/2025
Five key updates landlords should prepare for in 2025

Our relationship with LT4L: an NRLA statement

The NRLA responds to questions raised by members and non-members in relation to HMRC's ongoing investigation into Less Tax 4 Landlords hybrid scheme.

Industry News NRLA Communications Team 23/12/2024
Our relationship with LT4L: an NRLA statement

Changing the narrative: Why the PM needs to take the sector seriously

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has spoken out on the UK’s housing supply crisis, recognising the huge disparity between supply and demand. But while it is positive news that Sir Keir appreciates that this imbalance lies at the heart of the issue, he now needs to recognise the vital role played by private sector landlords when it comes to providing homes for millions of households across the country.

Industry News Chris Norris 20/12/2024
Changing the narrative: Why the PM needs to take the sector seriously

New national planning policy framework published: Will it make a difference?

Last week, the Government published its revised National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), which took effect immediately. The updated version includes several changes designed to get more homes built, but will it make a difference? Public Affairs Manager Eleanor Bateman takes a closer look.

Industry News Eleanor Bateman 20/12/2024
New national planning policy framework published: Will it make a difference?

Episode 48 – A Christmas Special

In this special Christmas episode of Listen Up Landlords, presenters NRLA Chief Executive Ben Beadle and landlord Richard Blanco welcome a panel of guests to look back over the last 12 months and ahead to 2025.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 18/12/2024
Episode 48 – A Christmas Special

Have your say in our latest landlords’ survey

As the year draws to a close we are carrying out our final member's survey of 2024, allowing you to have your say on everything from the autumn budget to the latest ombudsman plans.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 17/12/2024
Have your say in our latest landlords’ survey