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

Home is where the heart is – we just need politicians to recognise that

With detailed housing policy largely absent from this years’ party conferences, NRLA Chief Executive Ben Beadle calls for a commitment to housing that goes beyond rhetoric and includes in-depth practical proposals for positive change.

Industry News Ben Beadle 13/10/2023
Home is where the heart is – we just need politicians to recognise that

NRLA’s conference now a sell-out

The NRLA’s national conference, taking place in Birmingham this month, is a sell-out, with more than 750 tickets now snapped up. The Landlord Conference is being held at the National Conference Centre in Solihull on October 24, hosted by award winning journalist and presenter Clive Myrie.

Industry News Victoria Barker 12/10/2023
NRLA’s conference now a sell-out

Housing Benefit freeze a "travesty" argue landlords at Labour Conference

The ongoing freeze on housing benefit rates is a “travesty” that needs reversing immediately, the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has warned.

Industry News Sam Hunter 10/10/2023
Housing Benefit freeze a "travesty" argue landlords at Labour Conference

NRLA agrees new partnership with Leaders Romans Group

The NRLA today confirms that it has struck a new partnership agreement with leading property services firm, Leaders Romans Group.

Industry News Sam Hunter 12/10/2023
NRLA agrees new partnership with Leaders Romans Group

Tenants need more homes for private rent, landlords tell Labour

The NRLA has issued its response to the news that the Labour Party has pledged to boost housing supply if they are elected to government.

Industry News Sam Hunter 09/10/2023
Tenants need more homes for private rent, landlords tell Labour

Conservative Party Conference 2023: Running on rhetoric?

It was difficult to escape coverage of this year’s Conservative Party Conference – likely the last before a general election. But with any mention of housing notably absent from the major speeches, were any meaningful plans to tackle the housing crisis unveiled, or is the Conservative Party now simply running on rhetoric?

Industry News Eleanor Bateman 06/10/2023
Conservative Party Conference 2023: Running on rhetoric?

NRLA Statement: Our Relationship With Less Tax 4 Landlords

The NRLA has published a statement concerning its future relationship with Less Tax 4 Landlords.

Industry News NRLA Communications Team 06/10/2023
NRLA Statement: Our Relationship With Less Tax 4 Landlords

New How to Rent guide released by Government

A new ‘How to Rent’ guide has been released by the Government. Landlords in England are reminded they MUST serve this version at the start of any new tenancy or renewal.

Industry News Victoria Barker 05/10/2023
New How to Rent guide released by Government

NRLA to host housing panel at Labour Party Conference

The NRLA will be at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool next week, hosting a fringe event focusing on the importance of a robust and high quality private rented sector. The event, ‘Winning People Back: How Can We Provide Housing That Meets the Public's Aspirations?’, will be held on Tuesday, October 10.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 05/10/2023
NRLA to host housing panel at Labour Party Conference

Ministers Need to Reverse Failed Policies as Rental Supply Crisis Worsens

Our response to data published by Rightmove show the average number of people inquiring about each available home to rent has increased by 25.

Industry News Sam Hunter 05/10/2023
Ministers Need to Reverse Failed Policies as Rental Supply Crisis Worsens