The TV presenter first aired his criticism of the Government's handling of the scandal last month, but is now backing wider efforts to help trapped leaseholders.

Conservative MP Andrew Rosindale has cross-party backing for his proposed legislation, which would severely curtail agents' ability to refuse tenant applicants with pets.

But FCA policy chief also warns those on mortgage holidays that they will see their credit profiles adversely affected in the future.

Industry figure says platform's desire to stave off regulation by increasing tax transparency will play into the hands of traditional agents.

Manni Hussain, who has links to many of West Yorkshire's leading gangsters, has agreed to hand over the properties worth £10 million.

Ranjan Bhattacharya says not paying rent is theft and that landlords should be able to begin possession action earlier.

Shadow Chancellor says Ministers should get a grip and push through its AML legislation first mooted in 2018.

Trading Standards has concluded its investigation into referral fees and recommended agents are forced to comply or face expulsion.