by peter littlewood | Oct 26, 2025 | Open News
As national rents continue their upward climb—rising by nearly £80 a week over the past five years—landlord insurance firm Alan Boswell Group has ranked the UK’s rental markets based on affordability, listing availability, and competition. The analysis provides...
by peter littlewood | Oct 26, 2025 | Open News
The affordability and supply crisis gripping the UK student accommodation sector is set to be dramatically worsened by the Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB), which is expected to force many private student landlords out of the market. A new report from real estate firm...
by peter littlewood | Oct 26, 2025 | Open News
In a victory for landlords and market stability, Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook has confirmed that the government has no plans to introduce rent controls and believes the measure would be detrimental to both renters and landlords. The clarity comes in response to...
by peter littlewood | Oct 26, 2025 | Open News
The financial risks associated with non-compliance with Right to Rent legislation have dramatically increased, following a sharp rise in enforcement activity since late 2024. New Home Office data reveals a massive surge in penalties issued to landlords and letting...
by peter littlewood | Oct 26, 2025 | Open News
An internal government rift is reportedly holding up the launch of the Warm Homes Plan, with the core disagreement centring on how much financial burden should be placed on landlords to meet new energy efficiency targets. According to reports in The Times, officials...
