Thursday 08 November 2018
More landlords will be required to improve the energy efficiency rating of rental homes, under government changes announced this week.
Wednesday 19 September 2018
Gas Safety Week, which runs September 17-23, aims to raise awareness of gas safety and remind landlords to have their gas appliances safety checked annually by a qualified Gas Safe registered engineer.
Wednesday 01 August 2018
The Government has launched a consultation on Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) which impacts on rental properties..
Thursday 03 May 2018
The Government has announced a review into rules that require carbon monoxide alarms to be fitted in homes across England.
Tuesday 17 April 2018
Free industry guidance to help landlords ‘stay on ‘right side of the law’ been released by the Electrical Safety Roundtable (ESR).
Friday 23 February 2018
Councils cannot use selective licensing conditions to impose new standards on private rented homes, the Court of Appeal has ruled this week.
Thursday 15 February 2018
Landlords must serve a copy of a valid gas safety certificate at the start of a tenancy, or they risk being unable to serve a Section 21 notice of possession.
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