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Q&A: Get to know NRLA Wales representative Sandra
In the latest of our meet the team blogs, get to know one of our regional reps, Sandra Towers. Sandra helps run networking events for landlords across North Wales, as well as the Midlands.
Rent Controls in Wales - follow the evidence
As part of the agreement between Labour and Plaid Cymru, the Welsh Government has committed to looking into rent controls in Wales. This article looks at why rent controls don't work and why it would not be necessary in Wales.
Ensuring your voice is heard: the NRLA responds to the launch of the Government's Rental Reform white paper
The NRLA has made national headlines following official confirmation from DLUHC on 16 June that the Renters' Reform white paper has arrived.
Rental reform: What you need to know: possession grounds and court reform
The long-awaited white paper on rental reform has now been published, with housing law in England is set to change substantially in the next few years. Fixed term assured and assured shorthold tenancies will be replaced and landlords will be required to sign up mandatory redress. NRLA policy manager James Woods looks beyond the headlines.
Section 21 and rental reform plans published at last
Proposals outlining the biggest changes to the private rented sector in more than 30 years will be made public by the Government today. The NRLA has welcomed Government promises on possession grounds and court reform, but said more detail is needed, particularly as regards a replacement for Section 21.
Your Wales events and training update: June & July
Welcome to your training and events guide for June and July. .
Welsh Committee report backs NRLA calls for clearer definition of second homes
The Senedd's Local Government and Housing Committee has published its report following its inquiry into Second Homes in Wales. The Committee has made 15 recommendations to Welsh Government including the NRLA's call for the use of consistent definitions of what 'second homes; are when designing policies.
EPC Rules for Rented Property: What you Need to Know
The government plans to make energy efficiency standards for rented property stricter in the near future. Act now, says Kirsty Burnham, head of property at Movewise.
The Big Question: Who is responsible for cleaning at your rental property?
Who is responsible for keeping your rental properties clean? Do you leave it to your tenants, or do you employ a cleaner? That's the latest topic to be put under the microscope in the next "Big Question" feature in NRLA members’ magazine, Property.
