Regulation & Law
News articles looking at national legislation and local regulation and the application of law to the residential property industry.
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Harsher second homes and holiday let rules prompt backlash
Angry responses flood newspaper as new planning restrictions come into force in Eryri - formerly Snowdonia - National Park.
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EXPERT: Leasehold reforms have ‘failed to make process easier’
John Midgley of ALEP says leasehold practitioners are stuck in "a state of indecision" after the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act was passed a year ago.
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Landlords and agents fail to inform tenants about energy ratings
Deposit scheme is calling for urgent action after research finds more than half of all private renters are unaware of the energy efficiency rating of their homes.
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Rogue landlord cuts off utilities during illegal eviction
Milton Keynes magistrates fine rogue landlord £6,800 after he locks tenants out of their home.
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AGENT BLOG: Landlords and agents get ready – Section 21 is happening soon
LRG's lettings boss Allison Thompson says there are steps landlords and letting agents can take now to ensure they are prepared when Section 21 is abolished.
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Scottish property tax revenue up an ‘extraordinary’ 750% in ten years
Money raised from the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) has increased from just £7m in April 2015 to £61m in April 2025, says leading Scottish estate agent.
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‘Let only’ agents NOT liable for unlicensed HMOs – landmark ruling
Upper Tribunal overturns letting agency’s fine and provides clear guidance on who is liable for unlicensed HMO fines.
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Pet insurance U-turn attacked by letting agents and property lawyers
The Government's decision to drop a requirement for tenants to have insurance for pets from the Renters' Rights Bill, is condemned by the property sector.
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HMRC fines agents more than £1 million for AML breaches
A list of 194 estate agents penalised for failing to meet anti-money laundering regulations, has been published by HMRC.
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Solicitor warns new TA6 form will cause sales delays
Legal expert Justine Simms warns new trial forms designed to speed up the transaction process will actually slow it down.
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