Wirral Council is preparing to introduce a new selective licensing scheme aimed at improving housing standards across several parts of the borough. The proposal is due to be
New Landlord Licensing Scheme Set for Approval
Deadly Risks Found in 1 in 10 Rental Homes
Nikka Sulton
More than one in ten privately rented homes may contain serious dangers, according to claims made by a senior figure in the lettings industry. Sian Hemming-Metcalfe, operations director
More Over-45s Taking on Mortgages into Retirement
Nikka Sulton
More and more Britons are facing the prospect of retiring with mortgage debt, as there’s been a notable rise in first-time buyers aged 45 and above. New analysis
Reeves Announces £39bn Affordable Homes Plan
Nikka Sulton
A significant uplift in support for housebuilding was revealed during Rachel Reeves’ Spending Review announcement today. The Chancellor laid out a ten-year strategy worth £39 billion, aimed at
Reeves Pledges to End Asylum Hotel Use by 2029
Nikka Sulton
Rachel Reeves has pledged to bring an end to the government’s use of hotels to house asylum seekers, calling the current approach “costly” and inefficient. However, the change
Reeves Reveals Housing Plans
Nikka Sulton
Chancellor Rachel Reeves recently addressed the House of Commons with her Spending Review, unveiling a sweeping set of measures that significantly reshape the UK’s approach to housing, public
BoE Weighs Cuts as Budget Bites
Nikka Sulton
The Bank of England is facing renewed pressure just days before its upcoming decision on interest rates. Fresh data reveals that unemployment has reached its highest level since
Govt Keeps Renters’ Bill Court Impact Secret
Nikka Sulton
A lettings industry supplier has voiced strong concerns after the government refused to publish the Justice Impact Test linked to the Renters’ Rights Bill. This key document assesses
Solar Panels Set to Be Law for New Builds
Nikka Sulton
From 2027, the majority of new homes in England will be required to have rooftop solar panels, according to Energy Secretary Ed Miliband. He described the move as
House Prices Up £7K, But Affordability Still Tough
Nikka Sulton
New figures have revealed that average house prices across Britain dipped slightly in May, showing a modest fall compared to the previous month. According to the latest data,