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Councils Disclose Enforcement Funding Approaches
The Renters’ Rights Act has been in force for just over five weeks. During this period, some councils have begun to reveal how they intend to fund enforcement activities related to the Act.
According to Property118, one council has publicly stated that it will need to fund enforcement through the fines it collects from landlords. In addition, another council has updated its policy to allow formal enforcement action without first issuing a warning letter.
The government has also communicated with every local council regarding enforcement. These developments are relevant for UK letting agents and inventory clerks, as they may affect how enforcement is carried out and funded in their areas.
Letting agents and inventory clerks should be aware of these changes, as councils’ approaches to enforcement and funding could impact their operations and compliance responsibilities.
Source: Property118