by peter littlewood | Oct 26, 2025 | Open News
Former Shelter Chief Executive Polly Neate CBE has been nominated to become a Crossbench Peer in the House of Lords by the Independent House of Lords Appointments Commission. Ms. Neate, who stepped down from her role in March this year, was a highly influential and...
by peter littlewood | Oct 26, 2025 | Open News
I urge you to read a Message from The Landlord Crusader, who in summary says: The recent parliamentary debate on the Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB) highlighted a deeply concerning reality for the Private Rented Sector (PRS): landlords, as a group, appear to have...
by peter littlewood | Oct 26, 2025 | Open News
From 18 November 2025, if you’re a company director or a person with significant control (PSC), you must verify your identity by your due date. The Companies House register will be updated on 18 November 2025 to show the due dates for each role you hold. Who and When...
by peter littlewood | Oct 26, 2025 | Open News
Westminster City Council is implementing a new Selective Property Licensing (SPL) scheme to combat poor housing conditions and anti-social behaviour across most of the city. Detail Summary Start Date 24 November 2025 Scope All privately rented properties in 15 of the...
by peter littlewood | Oct 24, 2025 | featured article
The most significant change to the private rented sector in decades is now just one step away from becoming law. On 22 October, the Renters’ Rights Bill completed its passage through Parliament, with both the House of Commons and the House of Lords agreeing on the...