Green councillor Ellen McLeay is proposing a motion to require planning consent for Airbnb-style short lets in Brighton. This proposal will be discussed at an upcoming city council meeting. McLeay aims to utilize Article 4 Direction powers to control properties used...
The term "Levelling Up," introduced by former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, has been officially abandoned by the new Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner. Here’s a summary of the recent changes and their implications: Changes Announced Rebranding of the Department: The...
Propertymark, the trade body for property professionals, has expressed a cautious and somewhat skeptical response to Labour's ambitious housing goals. Here are the key points and concerns highlighted by Propertymark: Key Points Housing Target Challenge: Labour's...
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has responded positively to the Labour government's ambitious housing plans but has raised concerns about certain proposals. Here's an overview of the key points from RICS and Labour's commitments: RICS Response...
Following expectations that interest rates had hit their peak in January, the sales market picked up significantly in Q1 2024 and, despite rates remaining unchanged, improved sentiment on the UK economy maintained this momentum. Winkworth's sales agreed in H1 2024...
The UK government is expected to announce new deadlines for private landlords to improve the energy efficiency of their properties. Here's a summary of the upcoming changes and commitments: New Energy Efficiency Deadlines Expected Announcement: The Department for...
The potential Labour Party measures regarding the private rental sector have raised concerns among landlords, leading to many exiting the market. Here are the measures Labour is considering: Total Ban on No-Fault Evictions: Abolishing Section 21 evictions, meaning...
Rachel Reeves has promised to "get Britain building again" by bringing back compulsory housebuilding targets as part of a wide-ranging plan to reboot the UK economy. In her first speech as chancellor, Ms Reeves also said she would overhaul planning restrictions and...
Under the bi-line From Thatcher to Sunak: who in Downing Street had the worst record on house prices? the Telegraph has published piece with their views on the performance of different Prime Ministers in the housing market. It can be seen here (subscription may be...
Under thenbi-line Rising taxes and soaring house prices that defined the Blair era offer clues to Starmer’s plans the Telegraph has published an opinion piece. It can be seen here (subscription many be necessary) stating that Sir Tony Blair's 1997 landslide victory...
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