At the same time the Chancellor was speaking in the Commons, a resume was announced. It can be seen here. the Chancellor’s speech can be found here. Other documents published alongside the Spring Budget today can be found here. The budget announcements seem to be...
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Summary of Awaab’s Law
Purpose: Awaab’s Law aims to protect tenants in social housing from the harmful effects of damp and mould by enforcing strict timelines for landlords to address these issues. The law was inspired by the tragic death of Awaab Ishak, a two-year-old who died due to a...
55 homeless children have died in temporary accommodation since 2019
ITV News has reported on data showing the unexpected deaths of at least 55 children in England since 2019. The original report can be seen here, stating that the issue of homelessness and temporary accommodation in England has been underscored by new research...
Regulation of Agents being actively considered
The House of Lords Industry and Regulators Committee Inquiry, which took place recently, focused on whether a new regulator should be established, following recommendations from the Regulation of Property Agents working group in 2019. Representatives from various...
Bar Council argues for urgent investment in civil legal aid
The Bar Council's detailed evidence, published on February 28, 2024, underscores the pressing need for a substantial increase in investment in the civil legal aid system, particularly in areas such as housing law proceedings. The response to the Ministry of Justice...
Don’t get your notices wrong
Nearly Legal are reporting on the case of Ms. Dragos against Cheerz Express Ltd, which highlights several important legal points and outcomes regarding a tenancy dispute. The Nearly Legal report can be seen here, and covers: Invalid Section 8 Notice: The possession...
Don’t let it happen to you – landlord fined
The Northern Echo is reporting on the case of Tracey Robinson, a landlord from County Durham, highlights the importance of fulfilling legal and health and safety responsibilities when renting out properties. Robinson was fined £1,500 in court after failing to produce...
Population Projections have repercussions for Private Rental Sector
Writing in Landlord Today, Richard Rowntree, Managing Director of Mortgages at Paragon Bank, has commented on the report by the ONS (Office for National Statistics) has reported that the UK population is projected to grow by 9.9% to 73.7 million between 2021 and 2036....
Chancellor plans tax raid on landlords – report
According to a report in The Sunday Times, the upcoming Budget is expected to include a £300 million tax increase targeting the private rental sector, particularly second home owners who profit from holiday lets. The leaked information suggests that Chancellor Jeremy...
I’m a landlord – but don’t own the home my family live in: Property expert on why he loves renting
This is Money has published an article on a landlord who rents the house he lives in. Rob Dix's perspective on renting versus owning a home offers valuable insights into the nuances of both choices. Here are some key points highlighted in his argument: Flexibility...
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