RECENT LEGISLATION / October 15, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

Labour’s Renters’ Rights Bill: Guide to the New Legislation The Labour Party’s Renters’ Rights Bill has introduced significant changes to rental laws in the UK, aiming to strengthen tenant protections and address imbalances in the […]

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RECENT LEGISLATION / March 26, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

Is the Renters Reform Bill doomed? The Renters Reform Bill (draft) is a disastrous piece of legislation in the rental housing landscape. It aims to substantially change landlords’ and tenants’ rights and responsibilities in overturning

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RECENT LEGISLATION / March 19, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

Understanding the Renters Reform Bill: A Comprehensive Guide The rental market landscape has undergone significant changes recently, especially with the introduction of the Renters Reform Bill. This bill addresses various issues related to rental agreements,

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Unsigned Section 21 Notice, valid or invalid

RECENT LEGISLATION / February 19, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

Consequences of an unsigned Section 21 Notice Important Update – Section 21 Abolished Please note that under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, Section 21 ‘no-fault’ eviction notices have been abolished. This means landlords in England can

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RECENT LEGISLATION / February 19, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

A landmark court ruling means Landlords and letting agents are no longer able to prevent prospective tenants in receipt of state benefits from renting properties. Anti-discrimination sentiment against tenants has been gathering momentum for the

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RECENT LEGISLATION / December 14, 2023 / By Marc Attwater

[lwptoc] Updated Regulations Complete Guide England, Wales and Scotland Smoke Detection Updated Regulations From the 1st of March 2019 (England), landlords will be permitted to fit either mains-operated alarms or tamper-proof long-life lithium battery alarms.

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