by peter littlewood | Sep 1, 2025 | Open News
Developer TSS Property has submitted a planning application for a landmark 30-storey Build to Rent (BTR) tower in Preston city centre. Named “Altura,” the 96-metre development is set to become the tallest residential building in Lancashire if it is granted...
by peter littlewood | Sep 1, 2025 | Open News
In a move that could raise £2 billion for the Treasury, the government is reportedly considering a new tax: applying National Insurance contributions to landlords’ rental income. The proposal, which is said to be under consideration for the upcoming Autumn...
by peter littlewood | Sep 1, 2025 | Open News
National Insurance on Landlords: The Debate Intensifies Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ plan to impose National Insurance (NI) on rental income has sparked controversy across the property sector. Labour is reportedly targeting “unearned income” from landlords to raise £2...
by peter littlewood | Sep 1, 2025 | Open News
Writing in LandlordToday, Des Taylor, casework director at Landlord Licensing & Defence discusses that, in a surprising and immediate move, Bolton Council has enacted an Article 4 Direction in the Horwich area, effectively requiring full planning permission for...
by peter littlewood | Sep 1, 2025 | Open News
Specialist lender Together says the growth of the UK student accommodation sector is making it increasingly attractive to buy-to-let investors. In the 2024/25 academic year, over 2.9 million students attended UK universities — one million more than in 2000. Ryan...
