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Welsh Government Prepares Legislation to Strengthen Tenant Rights
The Welsh government is preparing new legislation to strengthen private tenant rights, including further restrictions on no-fault evictions.
Scottish Housing Tribunal Delays Cause Year-Long Waits for Landlords
Scottish landlords are facing waits of up to a year to regain possession of properties due to housing tribunal delays, according to Property118.
Landlords May Face Monthly HMRC Tax Payments Under Treasury Proposals
Landlords could be required to pay tax monthly under new Treasury proposals, according to Property118. The government is consulting on changes that follow the Making Tax Digital regime.
Landlords Face £7,000 Fines for Serious Hazards Under New Safety Rules
Landlords can now be fined up to £7,000 per hazard for failing to address serious safety issues in rental properties under new rules in England.
Landlords Face First Making Tax Digital Deadline in August 2026
Landlords and sole traders must meet the first Making Tax Digital quarterly deadline by 7 August 2026. The new rules require digital record-keeping and quarterly submissions to HMRC.
Digital Signature Uptake Remains Low in UK Conveyancing Sector
Adoption of Qualified Electronic Signatures in UK property transactions remains limited, with only five registrable dispositions completed in Q1 2026, according to industry experts.
Estate Agent Ordered to Pay £790 for Failing to Disclose Competing Buyer
The Property Ombudsman has ordered an estate agent to pay £790 in compensation after failing to inform buyers of a competing purchaser, breaching industry transparency rules.
Estate Agent Warns Against Overvaluing Homes to Win Instructions
Jamie Carr of Accord Sales & Lettings in Romford has cautioned estate agents against overvaluing properties to secure instructions, citing negative outcomes for both agents and clients.
Jefferies London Acquires Grange London to Expand Prime Lettings Portfolio
Jefferies London has acquired Grange London, adding over 100 managed properties to its portfolio and expanding its prime London lettings presence.
Knight Frank Begins Redundancy Consultation for UK Workforce
Knight Frank has started a redundancy consultation affecting part of its UK workforce, despite reporting increased revenues. The agency has not disclosed how many roles are under review.
Estate Agency 'Ego Trap' May Impact Standards, Says Industry Report
A Property Industry Eye report discusses how approval-seeking behaviour among estate agents can lead to weakened standards and challenges in pricing and fee negotiations.
Housing Supply Remains Stable as Buyers Take Longer to Commit
Landmark Information Group data shows steady property supply in England and Wales, but buyers are delaying purchases due to affordability and uncertainty.