Industry news
News relating to the private rented sector from both England and Wales, affecting landlords.
Housing and the Summer Statement
Funding for energy efficiency improvements and a temporary cut to Stamp Duty were among the housing announcements included in the summer statement this week.
Courts WILL hear possession cases from 24th August
Landlords have welcomed confirmation from a Government Minister that the courts will begin to hear possession cases from 24th August - providing greater certainty for the rental market.
Satisfaction levels rise for private renters
The proportion of private renters satisfied with their housing has risen, according to new data published by the Government this week.
Blanket benefit ban ruled unlawful
Landlords are being reminded they should not have blanket policies that discriminate against benefits claimants. It comes after a judge has ruled "No DSS" blanket policy unlawful, after a mother was rejected by a lettings agency.
Landlords refute Shelter evictions claims
Landlords have responded to new research by Shelter on rent arrears due to Covid-19, saying that they will do all they can to sustain tenancies.
Wales: New rules on property viewings
In June the Welsh Housing market partially reopened, and the Welsh Government recently published detailed guidance setting out what landlords need to know about carrying out viewings at the moment.
Appeal court win for NRLA
The Court of Appeal has sided with private landlords in a case which threatened the way they could repossess properties.
Clarity on new electrical safety regulations
The NRLA recently sought clarification from the government around how new electrical safety rules for landlords should be interpreted in relation to the compliance and implementation dates. .
