Industry news

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

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.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 19/05/2023
The Big Question: What do you think of Government's Renters (Reform) Bill?

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.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 17/05/2023
Renters (Reform) Bill: Free members' webinar

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.

Industry News Sam Hunter 16/05/2023
Renters (Reform) Bill lacks vital detail, warn landlords

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.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 12/05/2023
NRLA nominated for top industry awards

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.

Industry News Sam Hunter 11/05/2023
Landlords plan to sell properties at record rate according to new research

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.

Industry News James Wood 10/05/2023
Updated converted contracts guidance for landlords in Wales

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.

Industry News Eleanor Bateman 05/05/2023
How will the Renters’ Reform Bill become law?

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.

Industry News Eleanor Bateman 04/05/2023
Building safety failures: Are you liable for uncapped costs?

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.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 04/05/2023
Renters’ Reform Bill out next week

NRLA and Movewise to host housing roundtable

The NRLA is hosting a housing roundtable, inviting industry experts to discuss the impact of plummeting landlord confidence and what can be done to tackle it. The online event, organised together with NRLA partner Movewise, will be held on May 9.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 02/05/2023
NRLA and Movewise to host housing roundtable