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Citzens Advice calls for support scheme
Citizens Advice has called for a pause on possession proceedings and extension of the current ban on bailiff enforcement throughout renewed Coronavirus restrictions now in…
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Importance of renting highlighted by figures
Almost one in five residential properties in England are now privately rented according to latest Government figures. Updated Live tables on dwelling stock, just published,…
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More support needed landlords tell inquiry
Rather than concentrating on measures to block tenant evictions, Government focus should be on providing better support for the private rented sector, so as to…
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Business get extension to eviction protection
Business owners affected by the Coronavirus pandemic will be protected from eviction from their rented properties until the end of March 2021, Communities Secretary Robert…
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Scotland’s hardship fund opens for business
Scotland’s £10m Tenant Hardship Loan Fund offering interest-free loans to tenants struggling with Covid-induced rent arrears has opened for applications, the Scottish Government has announced….
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Calls mount for tenant support
Calls have been mounting for the Government to provide financial support to tenants in England who are facing hardship because of the Coronavirus crisis. Many…
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New guidance on renting possession and moving
With a few exceptions notices to tenants in England given from 29 August 2020 to at least 31 March 2021 must be at least six…
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Call for stamp duty holiday extension
Calling for a six-month extension to the current stamp duty holiday, property industry leaders have warned there is insufficient capacity to deal with the surge…
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Tougher energy efficiency requirements on the way
Rental properties will be required to have an energy efficiency rating of ‘C’ or better under Government proposals published for consultation this week. Current regulations,…
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Courts open, but please don’t use
We strongly advise landlords not to commence or continue possession proceedings during this challenging time without a very good reason to do so’, said the…