Private Landlord Registration – Statutory Duty to Register and Fit-and-Proper Criteria Reinforced (2025 Guidance) Private landlord registration remains a cornerstone of the regulatory framework governing the rental sector in Scotland. The statutory duty to register […]

Short-Term Lets Licensing  Host/Operator Licensing Regime in Force; National Guidance Updated 2024–2025 Short-term lets have become a significant feature of the UK and Scottish rental landscape, driven by platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com. While these

Repairing Standard New Requirements Live from 1 March 2024 The Repairing Standard in Scotland has undergone significant reform, with new requirements taking effect from 1 March 2024 under amendments to the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006.

Tenant Protections or Tenant Rejections? The PRS Under Pressure The Renters’ Rights Bill, aimed at overhauling the private rental market in England and Wales, promises sweeping reforms intended to balance tenant protections with landlord responsibilities.

2025 Guide for Landlords and Tenants The Renters Reform Bill is one of the most significant changes to the rental sector in England for a generation. After years of consultation, debate, and amendments, it is

Can Landlords Evict a Tenant to Sell the House Under the Renters Reform Bill? The rental and letting property landscape in England is undergoing significant reform. The Renters Reform Bill, one of the most talked-about

Under the Renters Reform Bill: Can Landlords Still Evict Tenants Using Section 21? Important Update – Section 21 Abolished Please note that under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, Section 21 ‘no-fault’ eviction notices have been

Understanding Where the Renters Rights Bill Falls Short The Renters’ Rights Bill is widely regarded as one of the most transformative pieces of rental legislation in England and Wales in recent years. It has significantly

High Court Declares DWP’s Universal Credit Direct Payment Scheme Unlawful In a landmark decision, the High Court has ruled that the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) practice of making direct payments to landlords from