Government Inaction Sparks Landlord Exodus, Warns Legal Expert
Gina Peters, the Head of Landlord and Tenant Affairs at Dutton Gregory Solicitors, has highlighted the escalating exodus of landlords from the rental market, attributing it to the government’s failure to address the ongoing housing crisis. Peters asserts that Michael Gove’s pledge to ban ‘no-fault’ evictions under Section 21 before the upcoming election has only […]
Conservative Rebel MPs Demand Crucial Amendments to Renters (Reform) Bill
A formidable coalition of dissident Conservative Members of Parliament, linked through WhatsApp, has unveiled its comprehensive set of ‘essential’ modifications to the Renters (Reform) Bill. The proposed changes, seen as indispensable for rendering Michael Gove’s Bill ‘practicable’ for landlords and letting agents, had been the subject of speculation for several days. However, they are now […]
Landlords in Mortgage Arrears Surged by 93% in 2023
Recent analysis conducted by Octane Capital has unveiled a staggering 93% surge in the number of landlords falling into mortgage arrears within a single year. Octane Capital scrutinized data on mortgage arrears sourced from UK Finance, focusing on the fourth quarter of 2023, to discern the evolving trends in these figures. During the final quarter […]
Rightmove Urges Jeremy Hunt to Make Sweeping Stamp Duty Reforms in Budget
In a bold appeal to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt, property giant Rightmove has implored the government to usher in significant stamp duty reforms during the imminent spring Budget. Proposing a trio of measures designed to reinvigorate the stagnating housing market, the online property portal is pushing for regional adjustments to stamp duty rates, the introduction of […]
Council Faces Backlash Over Selective Licensing Application Process
In a controversial move, Nottingham City Council has released a video tutorial aimed at assisting landlords in navigating its selective licensing application process. This comes in the wake of widespread criticism regarding the functionality of the council’s website, which landlords claim is faulty. Landlords who fail to complete their license application within the stipulated timeframe […]
Government Considers Changes to Tenant Protections As MP’s Concerns Grow
In an ongoing development, government ministers are reportedly in talks with backbench Conservative MPs to dilute proposed safeguards for renters in England. The BBC has obtained details of several draft government amendments to an upcoming bill designed to prohibit landlords from evicting tenants without a justifiable reason. The amendments were circulated among Tory MPs who […]
Landlord Faces £1.44 Million Penalty for Decade-Long Planning Law Violation
In a landmark decision, a London landlord, Ali Bahbahani, embroiled in a ten-year dispute with the local council, is now facing a staggering £1.44 million penalty for repeatedly violating planning laws. The penalty was imposed for the unauthorized conversion of a residence into flats, complete with an unapproved extension, located in Ealing, west London. Bahbahani, […]
Landlord & Tenant Law Expert Slams Housing Secretary’s Policies
In a scathing critique of Housing Secretary Michael Gove, Gina Peters, a prominent lawyer and Head of Landlord & Tenant at Dutton Gregory Solicitors, has intensified her longstanding criticism of the government’s approach towards buy-to-let and private landlords. Peters, who has been a vocal advocate for landlord rights, expressed her dismay at the lack of […]
Councillors Push for More Powers to Force Energy Efficiency on Landlords
Claiming that in a bid to alleviate fuel poverty and enhance living conditions, SNP councillors in Glasgow are advocating for expanded authority to compel private landlords to upgrade the energy efficiency of their properties, according to Glasgow Live. Councillors Ruairi Kelly and Kenny McLean have penned a letter to Scottish Ministers urging increased flexibility within […]
Shelter Calls for Construction of 90,000 Social Homes Annually
In a bold initiative aimed at combatting homelessness, Shelter is advocating for the construction of 90,000 rental properties per year over the next decade. According to research conducted by data firm CEBR on behalf of Shelter and the National Housing Federation, this ambitious program is projected to contribute a staggering £51.2 billion to the UK […]