The Latest Private Rented Sector News

Local Authorities Step in to Buy Tenanted Homes Amid Landlord Exodus
Amid growing uncertainty in the UK’s rental market, local councils are taking decisive action to prevent homelessness and boost social

Damp and Mould in Rentals Often Caused by Tenants, Say Letting Agents
Letting agents attribute rising damp and mould issues in rental properties primarily to tenants’ actions, according to a recent survey.

Quick Guide to the Renters’ Rights Bill
The Government’s Renters’ Rights Bill, published last week, proposes sweeping reforms to the private rented sector (PRS), aiming to significantly

Landlords Rush to Sell as Capital Gains Tax Hike Looms
As the Autumn Budget announcement on 30th October draws near, growing speculation about a potential increase in Capital Gains Tax

Landlords Overwhelmed by Tenant Demand as Rental Market Tightens
The UK rental market continues to experience unprecedented demand, with landlords facing a surge of prospective tenants vying for each

Will Promised Reforms Halt the Meltdown in the Scottish Rental Market?
Scotland’s First Minister has signalled a potential shift in the government’s stance on rent controls, raising hopes among landlord groups

Second Homes Tax Hike Sees Big Surge in Properties Listed for Sale
The number of second homes for sale in Pembrokeshire has tripled since the local council introduced a 200% council tax

Minister Who Pocketed £48,500 Vows to Protect Social Housing Stock
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to preserving the country’s social housing stock, asserting that the

Council Plans to Spend £2.5m Outsourcing Landlord Licensing
Wolverhampton City Council has approved a plan to spend £2.5 million to outsource the licensing of private rented homes, citing

Home Ownership and Renting: Data For Every UK Constituency
The latest census has provided new insights into housing tenure across the UK, offering a detailed breakdown of home ownership