James Brokenshire's family release statement saying he died peacefully in hospital nearly four years after first symptoms.
Read MoreNew Housing Secretary and Minister appointed amid Boris Johnson’s night of the long knives
Following Boris Johnson's Cabinet 'carnage', we now have a new Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government and a new Housing Minister.
Read MoreGovernment consults on sweeping eviction reforms despite industry scepticism
Housing secretary James Brokenshire says he wants to consult on measures such as abolishing Section 21 notices and fixed-term tenancies before they are introduced next year.
Read MoreHow long should tenant deposits take to return? Minister asks for your views
James Brokenshire wants to know what letting agents think of deposit passporting services and deposit alternative schemes, and how deposits could be returned to tenants more quickly.
Read MoreBrokenshire defends government over criticism of its house building record
Minister reveals additional updates on evictions, regulation of house builders and extra cash to build 73,000 new homes.
Read MoreBrokenshire reveals plans to speed up leasehold sales
Announcement is part of wide-ranging speech by minister yesterday including setting ground rents to zero and confirming sales ban for leasehold houses.
Read MoreGovernment to introduce mandatory tenant deposit ‘passporting’
Housing secretary James Brokenshire says proposed system will enable tenants to move around properties more easily and affordably..
Read MoreLondon borough moves to licence ALL privately rented properties
Shock announcement by Lewisham council would see all landlords within its boundaries pay up to £750 every five years.
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