by peter littlewood | Aug 27, 2024 | Industry News
The reported plan by Chancellor Rachel Reeves to allow social rents to rise annually by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) measure of inflation plus 1% for the next decade has sparked significant concern and debate. While the move is intended to accelerate the building of...
by peter littlewood | Aug 27, 2024 | Licensing
The consultation by Reading Council on HMO and Selective Licensing. The last date to participate is this Thursday (29/8/24) – more details can be seen here. Landlords would be required to pay a standard fee of £950 for the HMO licence. This However, a higher fee...
by peter littlewood | Aug 27, 2024 | Industry News
Labour is pushing forward with plans to implement stricter regulations on short-term holiday lets, following a trend already seen in other parts of the UK. The proposed measures include giving local councils in England the power to require planning permission for...
by peter littlewood | Aug 27, 2024 | Industry News
Writing in Property118, Julie Ford has written an excellent article on the matters landlords should consider regarding the danger of e-bike fires in rental property. It can be read in full here, and says: As e-bikes and scooters become increasingly popular, especially...
by peter littlewood | Aug 22, 2024 | Industry News
A regulatory notice issued by The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) regarding the London Borough of Lewisham (Lewisham Council) reveals significant concerns about the council's management of its housing stock and services. The RSH found that Lewisham Council is...
