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Councils Collect Just a Quarter of Landlord Fines – NRLA
England’s councils are collecting only a fraction of fines issued for landlord offences, according to a report by Property118. The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) states that while local authorities are increasing the number of inspections under the Housing, Health and Safety Rating System, the collection of financial penalties remains low.
The NRLA highlights that, despite more checks being carried out by councils, the actual collection rate of fines issued to landlords is lagging. This situation is relevant for letting agents and inventory clerks, as it may impact enforcement and compliance standards within the private rented sector.
The report notes that responsible landlords are being affected by the current approach to enforcement and penalty collection. The NRLA’s comments suggest ongoing concerns about the effectiveness of local authority actions in ensuring compliance and collecting fines.
Source: Property118