Tenancy Law

For the English private rented sector there is much in the upcoming UK general election manifestos for landlords and agents to digest.

Do you know the differences between between contractual periodic and statutory periodic tenancies?

The British Property Federation has warned the abolition of no-fault evictions will be a disaster without improvements to the court system.

The National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team (NTSELAT) has issued comprehensive guidance on material information disclosure for property listings.

Next month the government is releasing an updated “How to Rent” guide. The update gives information on the introduction of the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service (HLPAS).

There is speculation that a government cabinet reshuffle of cabinet ministers and junior roles could lead to new ministers responsible for housing.

The BBC reports discussions are taking place to outlaw rental listings excluding applications from families and recipients of state benefits.

The government claims that landlords will be given more powers to evict disorderly tenants in new measures to address anti-social behaviour.