General News Updates
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Government publishes electrical safety guidance for landlords
New guidance on the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 was published by the government this week.
The new rules apply to new tenancies from … more
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Coronavirus: Housing support - A House of Commons Briefing Paper
The coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak brought significant implications for households’ ability to retain their homes and, for those that are street homeless, to be able to secure a safe place in … more
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Legionella risks because of water stagnation during the COVID-19 outbreak
Employers, the self-employed and people in control of premises, such as … more
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ANUK Latest - Information and Advice on Coronavirus in Student Accommodation for Housing Suppliers
Update 10th June 2020
PLANNING FOR THE 2020-2021 ACADEMIC YEAR
https://www.nationalcode.org/news/information-and-advice-on-coronavirus-in-student-accommodation-for-housing-suppliers
Updated 15 … more
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Lettings market open for business? Have a read or a listen...
14.05.2020
The government has amended the coronavirus (COVID-19) regulations to make clear that people who wish to move home can do so.
This guidance provides important public health information … more
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Direct Payments for Universal Credit - made easier?
If a tenant is having difficulty paying their rent, apply for a Managed Payment to Landlord using the 'Apply for a Direct Rent Payment' service and request payment of rent from a tenant’s … more
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New MEES rules come into force for both EXISTING & NEW tenancies
Since April 2018, landlords have been unable to let their property to new tenants unless it has a minimum energy efficiency rating of an E (unless exempted) on its Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) … more
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Information from Loughborough University
The situation at Loughborough University is constantly evolving so landlords are advised to keep an eye on their covid 19 webpages here.
The final question in the Student Q&A list relates to … more
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Important Information for Student Landlords in Northampton
An Update From the The University of Northampton Students’ Union
Dear private landlords, lettings agents and students,
We are writing to address some of the issues which have arisen … more
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Right to Rent eased during Coronavirus lockdown
Right to Rent checks have been adapted to “make it easier for landlords” to carry them out during the Coronavirus outbreak, the Home Secretary has announced.
For more information click … more