Industry news
News relating to the private rented sector from both England and Wales, affecting landlords.
Renters Reform Bill launch: NRLA secures widespread media coverage
Following the launch of the Government's Renters Reform Bill, the NRLA campaigned extensively across the media to ensure the 'landlord's perspective' was covered by press. This piece provides a summary of the NRLA coverage highlights over the past week.
The Big Question: What do you think of Government's Renters (Reform) Bill?
The Government published its Renters (Reform) Bill this week, years after pledging change in its election manifesto. Ahead of the publication of our summer magazine we want to know what you think of the plans. Are they workable? Are they fair? What needs to change? To have your say here.
Renters (Reform) Bill: Free members' webinar
The new Renters (Reform) Bill will come under the spotlight in a webinar hosted by the NRLA’s Campaigns and Public Affairs team this week. The interactive virtual event will be held this Friday, May 19 via Zoom, with delegates able to submit questions about the Bill ahead of time.
Renters (Reform) Bill lacks vital detail, warn landlords
Today, following the Government's decision to publish the long-awaited Renters (Reform) Bill, the NRLA provides its response to the Bill's key elements.
NRLA nominated for top industry awards
The NRLA’s sell-out conference has reached the finals of the 2023 Conference & Events Awards. It has also made the shortlist for Best In-Person event at this years' Memcom Awards. Chief Executive Ben Beadle is also a finalist in the Memcom CEO Leadership category, with the association in the running for Best Trade Association.
Landlords plan to sell properties at record rate according to new research
New research produced by research consultancy BVA/BDRC reveals that, in Q1 2023, 33% of landlords surveyed said they plan to sell rental properties over the next year.
Updated converted contracts guidance for landlords in Wales
NRLA policy manager James Wood on what landlords in Wales need to know ahead of the 31st May deadline for issuing converted contracts.
How will the Renters’ Reform Bill become law?
The Government is expected to publish the long-awaited Renters' Reform Bill next week. Here, we take a look at how legislation is made and the likely route the Bill will take to Royal Assent and implementation.
Building safety failures: Are you liable for uncapped costs?
The Building Safety Act introduces a cap on the costs of remediating fire safety defects for some leaseholders, known as leaseholder protections. However, only ‘qualifying leaseholders’ are able to benefit from the protections and landlords may find themselves liable for the full cost of fixing cladding and non-cladding defects.
Renters’ Reform Bill out next week
Michael Gove has confirmed the Renters’ Reform Bill will be published next week, promising the biggest shake-up in the private rented sector for over 30 years.
