The Latest Private Rented Sector News

Landlords Set to Hike Rents Amid Rising Costs, Survey Reveals
In a recent survey by Landbay, a significant majority of buy-to-let landlords revealed their intentions to raise rents within the

Landlords Cautioned Over ‘Safer Renting’ Schemes
Landlords are being advised to approach council-run ‘Safer Renting’ schemes with caution, as collected information could potentially be used against

Landlords Face Backlash Over Work-From-Home Bans
In a growing trend, landlords have started to prohibit prospective tenants from working from home, sparking widespread criticism and calls

Starmer’s Housing Agenda: What It Means for Homeowners, Buyers, and Landlords
With a decisive victory in the general election, Sir Keir Starmer has taken residence at 10 Downing Street, bringing a

Surge in Section 21 Applications Likely Says Industry Figure
In the wake of the Labour Party’s sweeping victory, Paul Shamplina, head of Landlord Action, has voiced significant concerns on

Pennycook Appointed Housing Minister, Serious Warning to Landlords
Matthew Pennycook has been confirmed as Labour’s new Housing Minister, following Angela Rayner’s recent appointment as Housing Secretary and Deputy

Labour’s Landslide Victory Paves Way for Big Private Rented Sector Reforms
The Labour Party, under the leadership of Sir Keir Starmer, secured a landslide victory in the General Election, ushering in

Starmer’s Labour Government to Shake Up Housing Market
As a new government takes shape the housing market is expected to be a key priority for Prime Minister Keir

NRLA Congratulates Labour on Victory, Looks Forward to Working With Them
In the wake of Labour’s sweeping victory in the 2024 general election, the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has extended

Propertymark Urges New Government to Tackle Housing Crisis
In the wake of a resounding victory, the Labour Party has taken power, ending 14 years of Conservative rule. The