Wales

Generation Rent calls for eviction compensation for Welsh renters

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

18th December 2025, 9 months ago | 2

Ahead of the Senedd elections next year, a tenant group is demanding all political parties pledge in their manifestos to...

Plans unveiled for licensing scheme for short-term lets in Wales

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

14th November 2025, 10 months ago | 0

The Welsh government have announced plans for a licensing scheme for short-term lets. Under the Development of Tourism and Regulation...

Ombudsman exposes failings at Welsh housing association after years of disrepair

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

13th November 2025, 10 months ago | 0

The Public Services Ombudsman for Wales has uncovered serious and long-running failings at a housing association after two tenants endured...

NRLA urges Welsh government to provide funding support for landlords to meet EPC C targets

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

7th October 2025, 11 months ago | 0

Ahead of the Welsh government’s draft budget 2026-27, the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) is calling on the government to...

Welsh government unveils Building Safety Bill to tackle fire safety

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

15th July 2025, 1 year ago | 0

The Welsh government have announced new rules for landlords to tackle fire safety. The Senedd have unveiled the Building Safety...

What can I do about rent arrears in Wales?

Author: Readers Question

14th July 2025, 1 year ago | 4

Hi, I’m seeking some advice.  I have a tenant in my property in Wales, who is a month in arrears,...

Can a tenant claim housing benefit if they own a mobile home in the UK or abroad?

Author: Readers Question

14th July 2025, 1 year ago | 4

Hi, I rented out a property to my brother’s friend, completing all proper documentation last September on the basis that...

Homelessness Bill adds pressure as Propertymark calls for pause on further legislation in PRS

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

3rd July 2025, 1 year ago | 1

An industry body is urging the Welsh government to pause any further legislation for the private rented sector. In response...

Homelessness bill could create ‘more problems than it solves’ claims NRLA

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

27th June 2025, 1 year ago | 0

The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) is warning that the Welsh government’s homelessness bill will put greater strain on landlords...

Welsh government faces backlash for ‘piggybacking’ on Renters’ Rights Bill

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

29th May 2025, 1 year ago | 0

Members of the Senedd have accused the Welsh government of “piggybacking” on the Renters’ Rights Bill. They warn that by...

Welsh landlords face new rent data reporting rules

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

28th May 2025, 1 year ago | 1

A new proposal could compel landlords in Wales to submit detailed rent information to Rent Smart Wales (RSW), as part...

Welsh government drops controversial no-fault eviction compensation plan

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

15th May 2025, 1 year ago | 0

Industry bodies welcome “common-sense decision” from Welsh government to drop tenant compensation proposals. Under proposals by the Senedd Local Government...

Welsh housing survey set for next year as NRLA calls for regular landlord surveys

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

13th May 2025, 1 year ago | 1

The Welsh government have announced a Welsh housing survey will take place next year. Propertymark and the National Residential Landlords...

Majority of temporary accommodation in Wales could be cut with the right reforms says charity

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

25th April 2025, 1 year ago | 0

A homeless charity claims 83% of temporary accommodation in Wales could be cut with the right policy reform. A report...

Propertymark slams Welsh government’s LTT rise on PRS buys

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

6th March 2025, 2 years ago | 1

The Welsh government has rolled out its Final Budget and confirmation of the 1% rise in residential Land Transaction Tax...

Call for government action as landlord numbers slide

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

21st February 2025, 2 years ago | 9

The Welsh government is being urged to implement fresh strategies to boost the availability of homes in the private rented...

Welsh housing plans receive mixed reaction from Propertymark

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

7th February 2025, 2 years ago | 0

Propertymark has responded to the Welsh government’s housing white paper consultation and expressed support for some measures – but warns...

Propertymark welcomes Welsh PRS response but worries about rent controls

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

20th January 2025, 2 years ago | 1

Despite welcoming the response of the Welsh government’s plans for the PRS, Propertymark says it is concerned about plans for...