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Chancellor Rachel Reeves has admitted to an “inadvertent mistake”, after failing to apply for a selective rental licence for her south London home, following her move to No. 11 Downing Street after the Labour government’s election...
Almost 4 years since legislation of this nature was first promised, the Renters’ Rights Bill has now completed its final stage in Parliament before it receives Royal Assent. Proposals to end no-fault evictions were first set out in the...
With mobile networks rapidly expanding, there is an ever-growing need for electronic communications apparatus (ECA), such as phone masts and fibre broadband cables. The Electronic Communications Code 2017 gives telecommunications operators statutory rights...
Angela Rayner has now resigned as Deputy Prime Minister and Housing Secretary, following controversy over a property tax issue. This departure is particularly significant when it comes to the Renters’ Rights Bill, as Angela Rayner appeared to be the...
Understanding section 8 and section 21 notices for landlords – common questions answered. What is the difference between section 8 and section 21 notices in the UK? A section 8 notice is used by landlords in England and Wales to regain possession...
A full repairing and insuring (FRI) lease places the full responsibility of repairs, maintenance and insurance costs onto the tenant. This includes external and internal repairs, upkeep of the premises, structural repairs and comprehensive building...
At some stage, most businesses will encounter problems with late or non-payment of debts. Despite exhausted in-house credit control systems, sometimes debts can remain outstanding, and managing debts owed to your business can often be a time-consuming task....
The forthcoming Renters’ Rights Bill marks a significant shift in the regulation of the private rented sector in England, with a particular focus on improving housing quality through the introduction of the Decent Homes Standard (DHS) for private...
The UK’s rental market is on the brink of major change. The long-awaited Renters (Reform) Bill, which promises to overhaul the private rental sector in England, is finally nearing its final stages in Parliament. Here’s everything renters,...
Are you thinking about buying a property at auction? On the fall of the auctioneers hammer a buyer will then be under a legal obligation to buy the property 'warts and all'. A completion date is fixed at the auction and a buyer has to comply with...