Industry news
News relating to the private rented sector from both England and Wales, affecting landlords.
New Renting Homes (Wales) guidance
Two months after implementation it is clear that the Renting Homes (Wales) legislation still has a number of significant grey areas. To help members understand their obligations the NRLA has expanded guidance on Renting Homes (Wales).
Controversial council tax plan could hit housing standards
Manchester City Council has tabled controversial plans to introduce a 100% increase in council tax for PRS homes during any void period. Here Policy Officer Dan Cumming explains how the proposals could see housing standards suffer.
Select Committee throws its weight behind NRLA plans
NRLA proposals for major court reform, a review of landlord taxes and exemptions for student landlords set to be hit by the abolition of the fixed term have been backed by the influential Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Select Committee. NRLA Chief Executive Ben Beadle explains more.
Landlords Welcome MPs’ Report on Private Rented Sector
The NRLA welcomes the proposals from MPs to reform the private rented sector, following the release of the Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Select Committee’s report on the Government’s planned changes to the market.
NLRA podcast: Latest episode on exclusive PRS report
In our latest episode of NRLA podcast Listen Up Landlords, presenters NRLA Chief Executive Ben Beadle and Richard Blanco welcome experts from across the property industry to examine new research focussing on the private rented sector and its wider role within society.
NRLA research suggests Renters' Reform Bill could push up rental costs
A consultation launched by the NRLA reveals the views and likely market reaction of NRLA members and non-members to the forthcoming introduction of the Government’s rental reform White Paper.
Landlords call for tax review of private rented sector
With the private rented sector's supply crisis still causing major issues for the market, the NRLA is calling on the Government to begin a full review of how private rented housing is taxed. This position has been set out in a written submission to the Treasury ahead of the forthcoming Budget.
New NRLA-sponsored research makes significant media impact
Following the publication of the NRLA-sponsored report, “A Housing Market that Works for Everyone: Rethinking the role of the private rented sector”, in this post we set out the impact which the research findings have made in national, trade and local media.
Private rented sector vital to economic and social life of the country says new report
An NRLA-commissioned report by Chamberlain Walker reveals how the private rented sector has a pivotal role to play in the economic and social life of the UK.
Council going back to the drawing board over unlawful licensing consultation
Greenwich Council is re-launching its consultation on additional licensing plans following complaints from the NRLA. Policy officer Samantha Watkin explains more.
