Industry news
News relating to the private rented sector from both England and Wales, affecting landlords.
Research: Rent controls could see a third of landlords quit the market
More than a third of PRS landlords have said they would sell properties if strict rent controls were introduced in their area, according to new independent data.
Registered with Rent Smart Wales after this date? Complete training or you could lose your licence
Landlords who registered with the licensing body Rent Smart Wales after July 2020 are reminded that they must take an approved Renting Homes Wales training course, or they risk losing their licence.
NRLA Wales campaigning update
NRLA Wales Operations Manager Steven Bletsoe explains more about the NRLA's latest research findings and the positive campaigns work the association is doing to bring about positive change.
NRLA acquires Safe2 and launches new digital platform for members
The NRLA today announces the news that it has acquired Safe2 and launched a new digital platform which will benefit the organisation's membership.
The Big Question: What's the strangest thing a tenant has left in your rental?
From wartime newspapers to two dozen boxes of pinecones, all manner of objects have been left abandoned in rental properties when tenants move out. We want to know the strangest thing your tenants have left behind for a feature for the next edition of Property magazine.
Listen Up Landlords: Trade troubles and gardening disputes
The latest episode of NRLA podcast Listen Up Landlords is out now, examining the rising cost of building materials and the challenge of sourcing labourers for development and improvement works, as well as the tricky issue of gardening disputes.
Saving the student housing sector
Senior Campaigns and Public Affairs Officer Eleanor Bateman explains more about a newly launched NRLA survey, seeking the views of student landlords around the Renters (Reform) Bill.
NRLA National Conference: Michael Gove confirmed as keynote speaker
The NRLA today announces that DLUHC Secretary of State Michael Gove will be the keynote speaker at the NRLA's National Conference on 24 October 2023.
Landlords not to blame for childminding crisis
The NRLA responds to a call from the Government for landlords to be more 'open-minded' when tenants ask if they can operate as childminders from their rental property.
NRLA announces new partnership with Currys Business
The NRLA confirms that it has agreed a new partnership with Currys Business which will provide members with a range of new benefits.
