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Councils Struggle to Collect Fines from Landlords Despite More Inspections

Councils are failing to collect fines issued to landlords, according to a report by Landlord Today. The article states that this is happening despite an increase in the number of property inspections conducted.

New data from the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) indicates that the number of inspections under the system used by councils to assess risks in rental housing has increased by just over seven per cent.

This development is relevant for UK letting agents and inventory clerks, as it highlights ongoing challenges in enforcement and compliance within the private rented sector.