The UK government is expected to announce new deadlines for private landlords to improve the energy efficiency of their properties. Here's a summary of the upcoming changes and commitments: New Energy Efficiency Deadlines Expected Announcement: The Department for...
The potential Labour Party measures regarding the private rental sector have raised concerns among landlords, leading to many exiting the market. Here are the measures Labour is considering: Total Ban on No-Fault Evictions: Abolishing Section 21 evictions, meaning...
Rachel Reeves has promised to "get Britain building again" by bringing back compulsory housebuilding targets as part of a wide-ranging plan to reboot the UK economy. In her first speech as chancellor, Ms Reeves also said she would overhaul planning restrictions and...
Under the bi-line From Thatcher to Sunak: who in Downing Street had the worst record on house prices? the Telegraph has published piece with their views on the performance of different Prime Ministers in the housing market. It can be seen here (subscription may be...
Under thenbi-line Rising taxes and soaring house prices that defined the Blair era offer clues to Starmer’s plans the Telegraph has published an opinion piece. It can be seen here (subscription many be necessary) stating that Sir Tony Blair's 1997 landslide victory...
Under the bi-line 'Anticipating the threats and opportunities of a Labour government is key to making your money go further' the Telegraph has run a piece on ways they believe you could benefit from the new Government. It can be seen here (subscription may be...
Landlord Today has posted a blog outlining what they believe the next 5 years will look like. It can be seen here, and they believe that Labour Party's extensive housing plans aim to overhaul the private rented sector, significantly increase housing supply, and...
Writing in Landlord Today, Richard Rowntree, Managing Director of Mortgages at Paragon Bank calls for the new Government not to rush new legislation., stating that Labour's approach to rental reform will be crucial in balancing the needs of both tenants and landlords,...
Mortgage Strategy has published a blog with their views on the potential outcome of the new Government. It can be seen here, and in summary says that the future of housing under the new Labour government is set to be transformative, with several key policies aimed at...
A current list of cabinet positions can be seen here, showing their previous shadow positions. The official Government announcement can be seen here. The following positions are the main ones of interest to landlords:- Angela Rayner - Secretary of State for Levelling...
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