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#36

Verify tenancy agreements before using Form 3A for sales

24 October 2026

#35

New Bill enhances fire safety for multi-dwelling buildings

17 October 2026

#34

Durham landlord fined £26,000 for repair violations

13 October 2026

#33

Potential extension of Awaab's Law to private rentals

10 October 2026

#32

Landlords must prepare for Making Tax Digital changes

6 October 2026

#31

Updated Right to Rent guidance for landlords from October 2026

3 October 2026

#30

Impact of Empty Property Legislation on landlords

29 September 2026

#29

Fines for unlicensed HMOs total £35,000 for one landlord

26 September 2026

#28

Potential tax changes for landlords in Labour policy proposals

22 September 2026

#27

New Redress Schemes for complaints against private landlords

19 September 2026

#26

New online rules impact possession proceedings

15 September 2026

#25

New rental property registration service mandated for all landlords

12 September 2026

#24

Tribunal cases rise post-Renters’ Rights Act for landlords

5 September 2026

#23

2 housing updates you should know about

1 September 2026

#22

Landlord faces Rent Repayment Order for tenant rights breach

29 August 2026

#21

Significant license penalties for Welsh landlords identified

27 August 2026

#20

EPC upgrade costs could hit private landlords with £9.9 billion

25 August 2026

#19

Judicial shortage may delay rent reforms and evictions

20 August 2026

#18

Rising compliance costs due to anti-money laundering changes

18 August 2026

#17

Tribunal ruling highlights building safety standards for landlords

16 August 2026

#16

Council fines could increase for non-responsive landlords

15 August 2026

#15

Repossession rates rise for buy-to-let properties, raising concerns

14 August 2026

#14

RICS warns of ongoing rent increase challenges amid stock shortage

13 August 2026

#13

Concerns rise over proposed rent controls risking landlord retention

13 August 2026

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high impactStatisticsRenters' RightsLicensingStatisticsEPCGOV.UK — housing research & statistics · 30 Sept 2026

Overview of Private Rented Sector Before Renters' Rights Act

The factsheet summarises key statistics and insights on the private rented sector ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act's implementation. This information is crucial for landlords and letting agents as it highlights trends and potential impacts on their practices once the new legislation takes effect.

Who:
Private landlords, Letting agents
By when:
Implementation of Renters’ Rights Act (date unspecified)
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high impactIndustry pressEPCRenters' RightsLicensingLandlord Today · 21 Sept 2026

Landlords Urged to Understand EPC Exemptions Clearly

New regulations mandate that private rental properties achieve a minimum EPC C rating, affecting compliance obligations. Landlords are encouraged to enhance their understanding of exemptions and requirements to avoid penalties and ensure properties meet legal standards.

Who:
Private landlords, Letting agents
By when:
1 April 2025
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high impactIndustry pressEPCProperty118 · 22 Aug 2026

EPC Upgrades Pose Financial Challenge for Landlords

Private landlords across England and Wales may face a staggering bill of nearly £9.9 billion to meet energy efficiency upgrade requirements. This significant financial burden emphasizes the importance of compliance with the upcoming EPC regulations, which could impact rental properties moving forward.

Who:
Private landlords
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high impactIndustry pressRenters' RightsPossessionEPCFire SafetyLandlord Knowledge · 11 Aug 2026

Supreme Court Takes on Section 21 Gas Safety Case

The Supreme Court is set to review a significant appeal regarding gas safety certificates in Section 21 possession claims. This ruling could have major implications for landlords concerning gas safety compliance and the validity of eviction notices.

Who:
Private landlords and letting agents
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