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

Renters' Rights in focus: understanding key aspects of the second reading

The new Renters’ Rights Bill has now had its second reading in the Commons, with the NRLA inviting you to join us for an update on all the latest developments, including an overview of the key changes ahead.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 10/10/2024
Renters' Rights in focus: understanding key aspects of the second reading

MPs urged to strike the right balance on Renters' Rights Bill

The second reading of the Renters' Rights Bill will take place later today, giving MPs the opportunity to scrutinise proposals outlined in the draft legislation.

Industry News NRLA Communications Team 09/10/2024
MPs urged to strike the right balance on Renters' Rights Bill

Spotlight on mental health

Mental health is something that affects us all, and with that in mind the NRLA is running new courses looking at ways landlords can support tenants who may be struggling.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 09/10/2024
Spotlight on mental health

MPs urged to strike the right balance on Renters' Rights Bill

With the second reading for the Renters' Rights Bill set to take place later today, MPs have the opportunity to scrutinise the various proposals contained within the draft legislation.

Industry News NRLA Communications Team 09/10/2024
MPs urged to strike the right balance on Renters' Rights Bill

Government needs to prevent rent debts, not let them grow

Ministers need to do more to prevent tenants building rent arrears, with the NRLA warning current plans will only see them grow.

Industry News NRLA Communications Team 07/10/2024
Government needs to prevent rent debts, not let them grow

Government needs to prevent rent debts, not let them grow

Ministers need to do more to prevent tenants building rent arrears, not allow them to get bigger as currently planned. The call comes as the Government’s Renters’ Rights Bill proposes increasing the amount of arrears a tenant can build from two to three months of rent before landlords can serve notice to repossess a property.

Industry News NRLA Communications Team 07/10/2024
Government needs to prevent rent debts, not let them grow

The Big Question: What do you do for your tenants at Christmas?

It may only be October – but for our next Big Question, we’re asking what you do for your tenants at Christmastime.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 02/10/2024
The Big Question: What do you do for your tenants at Christmas?

Conservative Party Conference 2024: Is Housing Still a Priority?

NRLA Public Affairs Officer Mia Rotaru reflects on the key discussions from this year’s Conservative Party Conference, examining the major issues and their potential impact on the private rented sector.

Industry News Mia Rotaru 04/10/2024
Conservative Party Conference 2024: Is Housing Still a Priority?

Meet the Speakers: Talking proptech with Manoj Varsani

Ahead of the 2024 NRLA Landlord conference, speaker Manoj Varsani, founder of accounting software company Hammock, explains how filling in a tax return on Christmas Day led to his first steps into the world of proptech.

Industry News Sanjeev Shetty 04/10/2024
Meet the Speakers: Talking proptech with Manoj Varsani

Renters’ Rights Bill: What will it mean for enforcement?

To help landlords prepare for the new Renters' Rights Bill the NRLA is publishing a series of articles taking a deep dive into the detail. This week we focus on new enforcement and investigatory powers expected to be introduced under the Bill.

Industry News James Wood 04/10/2024
Renters’ Rights Bill: What will it mean for enforcement?