Government Overhauls Planning Rules to Accelerate Major Infrastructure Projects
Property Regulations

Government Overhauls Planning Rules to Accelerate Major Infrastructure Projects

The UK government has confirmed planning reforms to speed up approval for major infrastructure projects, aiming to cut pre-application time by up to 12 months and save developers £1 billion.

2 July 2026 · 2 min read
Shortlist Announced for Mortgage Strategy Specialist Lending Awards 2026
Market Updates

Shortlist Announced for Mortgage Strategy Specialist Lending Awards 2026

The shortlist for the Mortgage Strategy Specialist Lending Awards 2026 has been revealed, recognising excellence in the specialist lending sector.

2 July 2026 · 1 min read
Landlords in Wales Risk Fines for Missing Rent Smart Wales Licence Renewals
UK Property News

Landlords in Wales Risk Fines for Missing Rent Smart Wales Licence Renewals

Landlords in Wales could face fines of up to £5,000 if they miss Rent Smart Wales licence renewals, according to Property118.

2 July 2026 · 1 min read
UK Housing Market Slows as Buyer Demand Drops, Says Report
UK Property News

UK Housing Market Slows as Buyer Demand Drops, Says Report

A new report highlights a slowdown in the UK housing market, with sales falling and mortgage rates rising amid ongoing political uncertainty.

2 July 2026 · 1 min read
Vagrancy Act 1824 Repealed in England and Wales
UK Property News

Vagrancy Act 1824 Repealed in England and Wales

The government has announced the repeal of the Vagrancy Act 1824, which made rough sleeping and begging a criminal offence in England and Wales.

2 July 2026 · 1 min read
Directory of Key Build To Rent Players Launched
Lettings

Directory of Key Build To Rent Players Launched

A new directory listing 5,000 Build To Rent contacts has been launched, according to Letting Agent Today.

2 July 2026 · 1 min read
Tipton & Coseley Launches 90% LTV Mortgages for Expat Buyers
Market Updates

Tipton & Coseley Launches 90% LTV Mortgages for Expat Buyers

Tipton & Coseley Building Society has introduced 90% LTV products to its expat residential mortgage range, with new fixed and discount rate options.

2 July 2026 · 1 min read
Council Issues Fixed Penalty Warning Over HMO Waste Management
UK Property News

Council Issues Fixed Penalty Warning Over HMO Waste Management

A council is taking action on waste issues at four HMOs, warning landlords to comply with Section 46 Notices or face fixed penalties.

2 July 2026 · 1 min read
Report Highlights UK Towns Offering Most Space for Average Home Price
Market Updates

Report Highlights UK Towns Offering Most Space for Average Home Price

A new report compares what type of home buyers can get for the average UK asking price in different towns.

2 July 2026 · 1 min read
Nationwide Reports June Dip in UK House Prices
Market Updates

Nationwide Reports June Dip in UK House Prices

Nationwide data shows UK house prices edged down in June, but remain nearly £6,000 higher than a year ago.

2 July 2026 · 1 min read
Housebuilding Falls in Over Half of English Local Authorities
Market Updates

Housebuilding Falls in Over Half of English Local Authorities

More than half of local authorities in England are building fewer homes than in 2020-21, according to figures reported by This Is Money Mortgages.

2 July 2026 · 1 min read
Energy Bills for Poorly Rated Homes Rise by £591 a Year
Market Updates

Energy Bills for Poorly Rated Homes Rise by £591 a Year

Homes with the lowest eco ratings could now face £591 higher annual energy bills as the energy price cap increases.

2 July 2026 · 1 min read