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Big Ben wrapped in a Union Jack with raised fists and a question mark, symbolising concerns over UK housing policy.

When will H M Government wake up?

23rd October 2026, 3 weeks ago | 3

With the current and ongoing exodus of private landlords exiting the PRS sector due to over-regulation and duplicated legislation, this...

HMRC Valuation Office route for resolving tenant challenges to proposed rent increases

New rent dispute system will be more proportionate claims government

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

23rd September 2026, 2 months ago | 4

The government claims the new way to challenge rent increases will be “quicker and more proportionate”. The government has announced...

Knight in crusader armour holding a sword, symbolising landlords battling rising PRS pressures and regulation.

Why is the Labour government gambling with tenants’ homes?

Author: Landlord Crusader

31st July 2026, 3 months ago | 8

Apparently, the Labour government can redesign the private rented sector, raise landlords’ taxes and remove a possession route used for...

Vintage-style illustration of a rough sleeper begging on a city street, symbolising the repeal of the Vagrancy Act 1824.

Repeal of Vagrancy Act hailed as watershed moment

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

30th June 2026, 4 months ago | 5

The government has announced that the Vagrancy Act will be repealed from today. The Vagrancy Act 1824 is a nearly...

PRS database enforcement checks for landlords under the Renters’ Rights Act

Government confirms councils will use PRS database for landlord enforcement

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

27th May 2026, 6 months ago | 42

The government has confirmed it is working with councils to support the use of information from the Private Rented Sector...

Crumbling “For Sale” sign and London homes symbolising landlords exiting the rental market after Renters’ Rights reforms.

Government denies landlord exodus despite surge of small landlords selling up

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

14th May 2026, 6 months ago | 1

The government claims there is no evidence of a landlord exodus, despite industry experts warning that the days of small...

Tank labelled “THINK” firing at “RENT CONTROLS” text to illustrate the debate over housing policy

Think tank urges government to introduce rent controls

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

12th May 2026, 6 months ago | 8

A left-wing think tank has called on the government to introduce rent controls to tackle “unaffordable housing costs”. The Institute...

Landlords facing rows of rental houses with “To Let” signs while question marks hover overhead

Is this government worse than useless for tracking landlord numbers?

Author: Readers Question

8th April 2026, 7 months ago | 0

The government has admitted it doesn’t collect data on landlord numbers exiting the market. This most basic of counters, neglected,...

Magnifying glass highlighting a verified badge, symbolising scrutiny of guarantor requirements in renting

Government claim blanket guarantor requirements could hinder tenants

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

11th February 2026, 9 months ago | 16

The government claim a guarantor can act as a barrier to renting for some tenants. In answer to a written...

How to get Government updates for landlords?

Author: Readers Question

8th January 2026, 10 months ago | 6

Hello all readers, I think it might be worth all landlords signing up for the Government’s PRS updates and updates...

Landlords must comply with Making Tax Digital or face fines

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

28th March 2025, 2 years ago | 14

The Labour government will force landlords to use the Making Tax Digital (MTD) scheme for income tax self-assessment or face...

Landlords who voted Labour regret doing so – survey

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

12th December 2024, 2 years ago | 9

In a severe case of buyer’s remorse, Labour-voting landlords are expressing deep regret over their political choice, according to a...

Landlord stressed over paperwork and new rental legislation at his desk

Renters’ Rights Bill sparks landlords’ worries over Section 21

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

4th October 2024, 2 years ago | 5

Most landlords (75%) are expressing huge concerns about the government’s plans to abolish Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions as part of...

Houses of Parliament and Big Ben overlooking the River Thames during overcast weather, supporting article on UK housing standards

Government to consult on new housing standards for the PRS

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

24th September 2024, 2 years ago | 3

The government has unveiled a series of new measures aimed at ensuring decent homes for all private rented sector (PRS)...

Raised hands in a discussion symbolizing participation and questioning leadership purpose.

Most Brits support Renters’ Rights Bill – Poll

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

12th September 2024, 2 years ago | 5

A poll has found that six in 10 Brits support banning Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions under the Renters’ Rights Bill....

Propertymark representative promoting landlord support in upcoming Welsh Budget

Propertymark calls for financial aid to meet landlord EPC targets

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

10th September 2024, 2 years ago | 3

Propertymark has called on the UK government to provide financial and practical support to help landlords meet the proposed Minimum...

Angela Rayner unveils ‘New Homes Accelerator’ to speed up stalled housing projects

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

30th August 2024, 2 years ago | 8

The UK government has launched an initiative aimed at accelerating the delivery of stalled housing projects across the country –...

Smartphone showing smart home energy efficiency rating in a modern kitchen

Landlords say government’s EPC C target by 2030 is ‘impossible’

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

29th August 2024, 2 years ago | 42

As the UK government pushes ahead with its plan to require all rental properties to achieve an EPC rating of...

Lender urges government support for landlord EPC upgrades

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

22nd August 2024, 2 years ago | 4

Skipton Group has called on the government to introduce incentives and support for landlords to upgrade their properties to meet...

NRLA queries plans for a government ‘hardship test’ for landlord possession claims

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

13th August 2024, 2 years ago | 29

The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has questioned reports suggesting the Labour government is set to introduce French-style hardship tests...

Colourful fishing boats moored in a Cornish harbour surrounded by stone cottages and green hills.

Holiday let loophole costing councils millions

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

1st August 2024, 2 years ago | 2

Local authorities are missing out on millions of pounds in tax revenue due to a loophole allowing holiday homeowners to...

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