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New findings show South West has third highest demand for private rented housing in England
Demand for private rented housing in the South West is the third highest in England according to a new survey for the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA).
Supply of rented housing in the South East not meeting demand
Demand for private rented housing in the South East is the second highest in England according to a new survey for the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA).
In Focus (2021 Qtr 2): Licensing & regulation
The quarter 2 survey looked at landlords' recent experience of licensing. Possible policy innovations are also tested. There is support for regulatory regimes among landlords IF an impact can be demonstrated - this is something which both local authorities and national initiatives (Rent Smart Wales) have failed to do. This In Focus also reports on a collaboration with Battersea Dogs' Home.
NRLA quoted in new pets report
Whether to allow pets in your property is something of a thorny issue. A new report out today by animal charity Advocats East Mids is calling for an amendment to the act, to allow for either landlords or tenants taking out pet damage insurance, or to allow a separate, capped pet deposit.
Keep the lifeline - open letter to the Prime Minister
100 organisations across the UK including the NRLA, have joined together in urging the Government not to go ahead with the planned £20-a-week cut to Universal Credit and Working Tax Credit.
Afghan resettlement scheme: Landlords with empty homes urged to help
Landlords with vacant properties are being urged to work with councils to help refugees who need to be urgently re-housed in the UK.
Right to Rent: New extension to emergency measures
Temporary changes to Right to Rent, introduced to minimise face-to-face contact, will remain in place until April 2022, the Government has announced.
Chronic failure to tackle rogue landlords puts tenants at risk
The Government needs to address a chronic failure to tackle rogue landlords who put tenants at risk, says the national body representing landlords.
Are your tenants asking you for breathing space?
Demand for rental housing at a five year high
The demand for private rented housing has reached a five year high according to new research released by the National Residential Landlords Association following the easing of COVID restrictions.
