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Despite significant publicity from pro-tenant groups, awareness and understanding of the Renters Reform Bill among renters are remarkably low. A survey conducted by the Leaders Romans Group (LRG), which includes several lettings agency brands, reveals that only 4% of...

The Renters Reform Bill's failure to pass into law before Parliament closed ahead of the July 4 General Election has sparked a political blame game between Labour and the Conservative government. Labour sources indicate they were prepared to support the bill, despite...

The failure of the Renters Reform Bill to pass into law by July 4 has drawn sharp criticism from various stakeholders, including the Leaders Romans Group (LRG) and the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA). This bill, developed over several years, aimed to...

Housing Secretary Michael Gove has announced that he will not seek re-election in the upcoming General Election on July 4, marking the end of his nearly 20-year tenure in Parliament. Gove, who represents Surrey Heath, has held various high-profile roles throughout his...

Lord Jackson chaired a meeting in the Lords recently, and iHowz were invited. Along with the NRLA and Goodlord, Vash Ratnasingham from iHowz presented to an audience of industry notables, MPs, and Lords. Held before the General Election was to be called, the meeting...

The Home Office has announced changes to the Right to Rent rules, aimed at making it easier for letting agents and landlords to check the immigration status of tenants and avoid significant fines. One key change involves the EU Settlement Scheme, where individuals...

A new analysis by online agency Yopa suggests that London has a weak ripple effect for house price growth across local authorities surrounding the city, while the market surrounding Manchester is the best in Britain in this regard. The agency analyzed house price...

Sir Keir Starmer is allegedly set to dismiss the London Mayor’s rent freeze proposal, instead focusing on tenant protection by creating a national landlord register, if elected. In a recent development, Labour leader Sir Starmer plans to reject the demands put forth...

Coverdale Barclay has published a report that shed light on the significant costs incurred by London boroughs in fighting rejected planning applications that were later approved on appeal. Key points include: 1. **Financial Impact**: Seventeen London boroughs...

The UK government has announced new powers aimed at revitalizing high streets and addressing the issue of empty shops. These powers, set to be in force by the summer, include the introduction of High Street Rental Auctions, empowering local leaders to tackle high...