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Government Plans Clearer Service Charge Rules for Leaseholders in 2027
Leaseholders will receive clearer service charge information and stronger protections against unfair costs under new government plans, with changes possible as soon as next year.
Government Sets Out Expectations for Local Plan Examinations
The government has issued a letter outlining its expectations for flexibility in the examination of local plans, focusing on deliverability and viability.
LRG Chief Urges Burnham to Prioritise Housing Reforms
LRG chief Michael Cook has outlined key housing reforms for Andy Burnham to prioritise if he becomes Prime Minister, focusing on affordability, mobility, and regulation.
Fleet Mortgages Expands Criteria for Landlord Borrowers and Limited Companies
Fleet Mortgages has broadened its lending criteria to support more landlord borrowers, including joint applications with foreign nationals and limited companies registered across the UK.
Number of Lenders Offering Six Times LTI Quadruples in 12 Months
The number of mortgage lenders offering loans at six times income has quadrupled in the past year, with 20 lenders now providing this option, according to Mortgage Broker Tools.
Nationwide, Virgin Money and Coventry BS Announce Mortgage Rate Increases
Nationwide, Virgin Money, and Coventry Building Society are increasing selected mortgage rates, affecting residential and buy-to-let products. Changes impact first-time buyers, homemovers, and remortgages.
Government Confirms Stronger Leasehold Protections and Service Charge Reforms
The government has confirmed new measures to increase transparency for leaseholders, including clearer service charge information and protections against unfair costs.
Northern Estate Agents Surpass London in Sales Value for First Time
Estate agents in the North of England have achieved higher total home sales value than those in London for the first time, according to Savills research reported by The Negotiator.
Nationwide and Virgin Money to Increase Mortgage Rates by Up to 35bps
Nationwide and Virgin Money will raise selected mortgage rates by up to 35bps from 16 July, affecting a range of fixed and tracker products for buyers and remortgage customers.
Woking Council Commissioners Report Progress and Ongoing Risks
Woking Borough Council Commissioners report ongoing progress in governance and financial resilience, but highlight remaining risks in commercial programmes and capacity ahead of West Surrey unitary transition.
Minister Responds to Woking Council Commissioners’ Seventh Report
The Minister of State for Local Government and Homelessness has responded to the Woking Commissioners’ seventh report, noting council progress and emphasising key priorities.
Woking Borough Council: Updated Explanatory Memorandum Issued
Gov.UK Housing has published an updated Explanatory Memorandum regarding changes to the Commissioner Team at Woking Borough Council, announced on 15 July 2026.