by peter littlewood | Oct 26, 2023 | Tax & Other Financial
London is the top global destination for Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC*) property investment despite market headwinds, according to a new report from the UK’s oldest and most successful Islamic Bank, Al Rayan Bank. The 2023 GCC Investment Barometer, which surveyed 150...
by peter littlewood | Oct 26, 2023 | Political
Nine Labour Councilors have resigned from the party in protest against Labour’s stance on the war in Gaza. In a statement, Councillor Coyne said: “That the Labour leadership continues to issue hollow statements as we watch a genocide unfold before our eyes...
by peter littlewood | Oct 26, 2023 | Industry News
The Home Office has advised us of the following: We are writing to inform you that updated guidance for landlords (letting agents) has been published to reflect changes, regarding the High Court judgment, in December 2022, which brought proceedings by the...
by peter littlewood | Oct 25, 2023 | Industry News
Older private renters must have their voices heard. That’s the view of Joanna Elson, chief executive of Independent Age, a national charity providing support for older people facing financial hardship. “Older renters in financial hardship desperately need greater...
by peter littlewood | Oct 25, 2023 | Green issues
Last month Prime Minister Rishi Sunak scrapped plans aimed at forcing landlords to upgrade the energy efficiency of their properties. Although it had not officially become law, for years landlords have feared proposals to compel them to upgrade their rental properties...