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King’s Speech: the lowdown
In this episode of NRLA podcast Listen Up Landlords presenters NRLA CEO Ben Beadle and Richard Blanco speak to the NRLA’s deputy director for policy Meera Chindooroy, who gives us the lowdown on what was – and wasn’t in the King’s Speech for landlords.
Energy efficiency: New targets announced by Labour
Landlords have until 2030 to get their rented properties to an EPC ‘C’ rating – or be barred from letting them out. Ed Miliband, Energy Security and Net Zero Secretary, confirmed the plans last week.
NRLA confirms Aspray as recognised supplier
Property claims managers Aspray is the latest addition to the NRLA's recognised suppliers list.
NRLA reaches awards finals
The National Residential Landlords Association has reached the final of awards celebrating the best of British trade associations. The NRLA has reached the finals of the Association Excellence Awards in three categories.
King’s Speech 2024: What’s next for rental reform?
The abolition of Section 21, along with moves to end bidding wars and improve standards are at the core of Labour's new Renters’ Rights Bill, announced in the King's speech this week. James Wood, the NRLA's head of policy takes a deep dive into what we know so far - and what happens next.
A second bite at leasehold reform
Despite the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 receiving Royal Assent just two months ago, further reforms are back on the table following an announcement in the King's Speech this week.
English Housing Survey: Eight in ten private renters satisfied with rented accommodation
Private renters are more satisfied with their accommodation than those in the social rented sector, according to new data published today. According to the English Housing Survey, 82 per cent of private renters were satisfied with their accommodation, compared to 74 per cent of those in the social rented sector.
Rental reform must work for tenants and responsible landlords
A Renters’ Rights Bill will be introduced to parliament by the newly-elected Labour Government, it was revealed today. The announcement was made in the King's Speech, which outlines the Government's priorities for the coming year and reiterated its commitment to ending Section 21, so-called ‘no fault’ repossessions.
Burnham to launch Good Landlord Charter
Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham said he is ready to launch Greater Manchester’s Good Landlord Charter, with landlords now able to register interest in the scheme.
Common ground on students as NRLA meets with London housing boss
The inclusion of a potential possession ground for student landlords as part of rental reform plans could be backed by the Greater London Authority (GLA). NRLA Policy Director Chris Norris met with GLA’s housing deputy mayor Tom Copley this week to discuss the future of the private rented sector (PRS) and potential reforms, following Labour’s overwhelming election victory last week.
