Reports suggest Prime Minister Andy Burnham is expected to abandon proposals for private rent controls before they are introduced, following concerns about the potential impact on the private
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Section 21 Reform: Get It Right or Risk It
As the deadline for serving new Section 21 possession claims approaches, landlords across England are rushing to submit applications before the current rules come to an end. The
Tenants Back Rent Controls Despite Risks
A new survey of renters has revealed strong support for introducing rent controls, with many tenants backing the idea even if it leads to fewer landlords operating in
House Price Growth No Longer Certain
Annual house price growth is becoming increasingly uncommon across the UK, with only a small proportion of properties recording consistent increases in value over the past five years.
UK House Price Inflation Cools to 2.7%
The pace of UK house price growth slowed during May, as higher mortgage costs, political uncertainty and changing market conditions continued to influence buyer confidence. According to the
Burnham Considers Rent Control Pilot
Labour politicians in Manchester are urging the Government to allow the city to trial private rent controls, arguing that it could provide a blueprint for tackling rising housing
UK Inflation Cools, But Risks Remain
UK inflation eased to its lowest level in 15 months during June, providing some welcome relief for households. However, economists have warned that the improvement may only be
Leaseholders Get Cladding Support
The government has announced new measures aimed at supporting leaseholders living in buildings affected by unsafe cladding, with additional funding and reforms designed to speed up building safety
Burnham’s Landlord Reforms Examined
Landlords are watching closely as Andy Burnham’s housing policies come under renewed attention following his appointment as Prime Minister. Mr Burnham replaced Sir Keir Starmer after winning the
Rayner’s Shock Housing Return
Angela Rayner has been reappointed as housing secretary less than a year after stepping down from the role following controversy over stamp duty payments on her £800,000 flat