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

Welsh Government launches HMO council tax consultation

The Welsh Government has proposed changes to Council Tax for houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) in Wales. Read about the plans and find out how to contribute to our response.

Industry News Eleanor Bateman 30/09/2024
Welsh Government launches HMO council tax consultation

Funding confirmed for EPC improvements – but will it be enough?

A new funding pot has been announced to support energy efficiency improvements in England, with grant cash to be focussed on low income homes. The money will be distributed through the ‘Warm Homes: Local Grant’ scheme, with landlords eligible to receive up to £30,000 towards improvements to their first rental property, and £15,000 for work on additional homes to let.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 27/09/2024
Funding confirmed for EPC improvements – but will it be enough?

Renters’ Rights Bill: Decent Homes and standards

The Renters’ Rights Bill is set to make the biggest changes to the private rented sector in over 30 years when it comes into force next year.  To help landlords get up to speed, the NRLA is publishing a series of articles outlining the detail you need to know. This week we are looking at the rules around property standards.

Industry News James Wood 27/09/2024
Renters’ Rights Bill: Decent Homes and standards

Welcome home: NRLA rebrand to go live

NRLA Chief Executive Ben Beadle introduces the new-look NRLA as we head towards a new age for the PRS landlord.

Industry News Ben Beadle 26/09/2024
Welcome home: NRLA rebrand to go live

Labour Party Conference: Key takeaways on housing

NRLA Campaigns and Policy Director, Chris Norris was at the Labour Party Conference this week, with housing issues taking centre stage. He reflects on the key conversations and the major themes emerging from the new government.

Industry News Chris Norris 27/09/2024
Labour Party Conference: Key takeaways on housing

New NRLA podcast: A Renters’ Rights Bill Special

In this episode of NRLA podcast Listen Up Landlords presenters NRLA CEO Ben Beadle and Richard Blanco take a deep dive into the contents of the Government’s new Renter’s Rights Bill.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 26/09/2024
New NRLA podcast: A Renters’ Rights Bill Special

Self assessment registration deadline looming

The deadline to register for Self Assessment is looming. Here Jashoda Pindoria from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) explains what Self Assessment is and what you may need to do.

Industry News Jashoda Pindoria 26/09/2024
Self assessment registration deadline looming

Funding package vital to energy efficiency plans

Plans to introduce minimum energy efficiency standards in the private rented sector must be backed up by a comprehensive financial package says the NRLA.

Industry News NRLA Communications Team 23/09/2024
Funding package vital to energy efficiency plans

Rental housing energy efficiency plans need proper funding to support delivery

On the day that Ed Miliband MP, Energy Security & Net Zero Secretary, spoke on the topic of energy efficiency across the private rented sector, the NRLA provides its response to the Government’s policy proposals for the market.

Industry News NRLA Communications Team 23/09/2024
Rental housing energy efficiency plans need proper funding to support delivery

In case you missed it: Members’ webinar unpacks Renters’ Rights Bill

If you missed our first webinar on the Renters’ Rights Bill and its potential impact on the private rented sector, don’t worry – you can catch up by watching the recording.

Industry News Eleanor Bateman 20/09/2024
In case you missed it: Members’ webinar unpacks Renters’ Rights Bill