The government has confirmed that floor coverings will not be made a compulsory requirement under the updated Decent Homes Standard, mainly due to concerns over the cost of
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Reform UK Targets Labour Protections
Reform UK has faced sharp criticism after the party revealed plans to repeal major Labour legislation protecting workers and tenants. Richard Tice, the party’s business spokesperson, outlined a
Falling Rates Boost Home Affordability
The UK housing market is showing fresh signs of improvement, particularly for first-time buyers who have struggled over the past few years with high rents and rising borrowing
Good News for First-Time Buyers
The UK housing market has begun 2026 with renewed momentum, as a growing number of homeowners put their properties up for sale and borrowing costs continue to ease.
BoE Hints at March Rate Cut
Bank of England (BoE) governor Andrew Bailey has hinted that he may support an interest rate cut at the March meeting, as inflation continues to move closer to
UK Rates May Drop as Prices Fall
The latest data from the Office for National Statistics shows that UK consumer price inflation slowed sharply to 3% in January 2026, down from 3.4% in December —
Record Capital Gains Tax Hits Landlords
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has revealed that Capital Gains Tax (CGT) receipts have reached unprecedented levels, with January 2026 alone generating £16.985 billion. This represents a dramatic
Council Seeks Help Over £11m Housing Bill
Brighton and Hove Council has appealed to the government for urgent financial assistance after revealing that the cost of providing temporary accommodation is expected to reach £11 million.
Council Consults Tenants on Landlord Fines
A UK council has launched a public consultation inviting tenants and residents to help shape how landlords will be fined for breaching the new Renters’ Rights Act. Under
Government Ignored Over Section 21 Petition
A petition calling for changes to the UK’s eviction laws has now surpassed 10,000 signatures, yet the government has still not issued a response. Launched earlier this month