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Former ARLA President Supports Government Rental Database

A leading lettings agent has spoken in favour of the government’s proposed private rental sector database, despite substantial criticism from many in the lettings sector. Greg Tsuman, immediate past president of ARLA Propertymark and managing director for lettings at Martyn Gerrard agency, has publicly supported the initiative.

The proposed database has faced significant opposition within the lettings industry. However, Tsuman stated that while the database represents an additional expense for landlords, the suggested annual fee of £65 is unlikely to be a decisive financial burden.

The government’s private rental sector database is intended to introduce new requirements for landlords, which has prompted debate among letting agents and property professionals. The measure is seen by some as controversial due to concerns about increased costs and administrative responsibilities.

Letting agents and inventory clerks should be aware of ongoing discussions regarding the database, as its implementation could affect compliance obligations and operational processes within the UK property sector.