by peter littlewood | Jan 17, 2025 | Open News
The recent amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill have raised concerns, particularly among landlords and industry professionals, about the potential negative consequences for certain groups of tenants and the rental sector as a whole. Here’s a breakdown of the...
by peter littlewood | Jan 17, 2025 | Open News
The BBC is reporting on a case where two people have been sentenced after illegally evicting a tenant described by the local authority as vulnerable. It can be seen here, The recent sentencing of Phoenix Supported Housing CIC, along with its former managing director...
by peter littlewood | Jan 17, 2025 | Open News
Backed by the NRLA, the Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of a landlord, ruling that they could serve essential tenancy documents by post. The Court of Appeal’s ruling in the D’Aubigny v Khan case represents a significant decision for landlords regarding the service...
by peter littlewood | Jan 16, 2025 | Open News
A recent report to Lewisham Council’s housing committee stated that 156 private sector housing used for temporary accommodation have been withdrawn from use. The report said “Both the economic downturn in the last few years and the changing housing market are...
by peter littlewood | Jan 15, 2025 | Open News
The Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB) passed its third reading in the House of Commons and is moving to the House of Lords, with Royal Assent expected by Spring. Key changes include: Section 21 and Fixed Terms: Abolishes “no-fault” evictions and fixed-term tenancies,...
