Industry news
Deadline approaching for Rent Smart Wales licencees to complete essential Renting Homes Wales training
Private landlords in Wales who obtained a Rent Smart Wales licence between July 2020 and 30th November 2022, are reminded they must complete an approved Rent Smart Wales (RSW) training course by 28th February 2023.
Neath Port Talbot landlords offered chance to lease properties to council to tackle homelessness
Private landlords in Neath Port Talbot will be able to let their property to a council in order to help tackle homelessness. The council is the latest to join Leasing Scheme Wales, an initiative backed by the Welsh Government, which offers incentives for property owners who lease their properties to the local authority.
Fire safety and HMOs: Days to go until new rules introduced
Rent-to-Rent: NRLA CEO gives evidence to Supreme Court
NRLA Chief Executive Ben Beadle has submitted evidence to the Supreme Court in a high-profile appeal centring on a rent-to-rent arrangement. The association applied to intervene in the Rakusen v Jepsen Supreme Court appeal, on the basis the outcome could have far-reaching implications.
NRLA's anti-social behaviour plan shared with minister
The NRLA has written to housing minister Felicity Buchan reiterating its calls for the Government to beef up plans to clamp down on anti-social behaviour in the PRS. The letter outlines the NRLA's proposals on how the Government's rental reform plans could be developed to strengthen its stance on anti-social behaviour.
Government energy efficiency plans 'dead in the water' warn landlords
Two years on from the closure of a consultation on energy efficiency targets in the private rented sector, the NRLA sets out why the current Government needs to provide clarity to private landlords on minimum standards.
Fire Safety updates in HMOs: what you need to know
As part of the response to the Grenfell disaster, the government has introduced the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, setting out new requirements for some landlords.
Self-assessment tax deadline fast approaching: advice for landlords
Landlords are reminded that the self-assessment tax return deadline is fast approaching, and they have until 31st January 2023 to file their self-assessment tax return online.
NRLA agrees partnership with YourRepair
The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has launched a new partnership with YourRepair, a leading provider of flexible boiler and emergency cover.
NRLA addresses Government roundtables
The NRLA has addressed two Government roundtables this week – on anti-social behaviour and student tenancies. Housing Minister Felicity Buchan and other stakeholders were in attendance at both meetings, which were organised at the request of the NRLA in response to Government plans outlined in its Rental Reform White Paper.
