Selective licensing schemes
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Regulation & Law
Poor council licensing practice risks double prosecutions, landlords warned
Landlord defence lawyer says councils are copying national housing laws directly into property licence rules, exposing landlords to 'double jeopardy'.
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Regulation & Law
Landlord ‘exit’ persuades northern town to suspend licensing plan
Blackburn with Darwen Council puts selective licensing scheme on hold after warning that landlords may decide to sell their properties if it goes ahead.
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Regulation & Law
Major city extends reach of property licensing scheme
Manchester has added nearly 1,900 flats and houses to its list of homes requiring a licence, after Mayor Andy Burham launched a voluntary charter for landlords.
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