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Government Confirms Councils to Use PRS Database for Landlord Enforcement

The government has confirmed it is working with councils to support the use of information from the Private Rented Sector (PRS) Database in enforcement action against landlords. This was stated in response to a parliamentary written question, according to Property118.

Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Housing, Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, said the PRS Database will collect a range of information. The government is collaborating with councils to ensure this information is used in carrying out enforcement action against landlords.

This development is relevant for UK letting agents and inventory clerks, as it highlights the increasing role of data in local authority enforcement within the private rented sector. The use of the PRS Database may impact how compliance and property management are monitored by councils.