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Landlord Questions Government Fines for Admin Errors on Compliance
Property118 argues that landlords face disproportionate fines for admin errors, comparing it to driving without an MOT. The article questions why compliance paperwork errors are treated more harshly.
Scotland's New Rental Laws: Damp and Mould Duties for Landlords
Scotland's new rental regulations, effective 6th October 2026, introduce damp and mould investigation duties, a reduced tenancy succession period, and increased wrongful termination penalties.
Agents urged to prepare as new Scottish rental laws go live today
New Scottish rental laws come into force today, with agents urged to prepare. The Negotiator reports on the changes affecting the private rented sector.
Shadow Housing Secretary Backs Scrapping Renters' Rights Act and Stamp Duty
Katie Lam appeared to back scrapping the Renters' Rights Act at a Conservative Party conference fringe event, though the party later clarified there is no policy plan to scrap it.
Zero Deposit partners with shared-living platform COHO
Zero Deposit has partnered with shared-living platform COHO, letting COHO tenants access Zero Deposit products during the tenancy application process.
Lender says it helped landlord left high and dry
Landlord Today reports a lender says it helped a landlord left high and dry, with the property in a well known part of inner London.
Generation Rent CEO Backs Zack Polanski's Rent Control Policy
The chief executive of Generation Rent has backed a rental sector policy from Green Party leader Zack Polanski, who is calling for controls on private rent increases.
Agent's Advice Initially Ignored by HMO Landlord
Letting Agent Today reports that an HMO landlord initially ignored an agent's advice, which came after serious concerns were raised about fire safety.
Agents Urged to Prepare for Damp and Mould Law Change Today
New rules on damp and mould, tenancy succession and wrongful termination take effect today in Scotland. Propertymark is urging letting agents to review their processes.
Labour Attacks Tories Over Claims Renters' Rights Act "Has to Go"
The Shadow Housing Secretary suggested a Conservative government would scrap the Renters' Rights Act, saying the legislation "had to go". Labour has criticised the comments.
Landlords Face £9,000 Per Property Barrier to EPC Compliance
Landlords are facing financial barriers to meeting EPC targets, with the typical cost of compliance estimated at around £9,000 per property, according to Barclays.
Landlords Urged to Prepare for Making Tax Digital 2027
HMRC is urging landlords with gross income above £30,000 to prepare for Making Tax Digital for income tax, which becomes compulsory on 6 April 2027.