MHCLG Consultation - Extending Awaab's Law to the Private Rented Sector
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) published a consultation on extending Awaab's Law to private rented sector tenancies and to certain types of accommodation occupied under licence.
Awaab's Law was introduced in social housing sector in October 2025 and requires social landlords to investigate and address hazards such as damp and mould within set timescales. The consultation will use these existing social housing requirements as its starting point, however, it recognises that there are significant differences between the social and private rented sectors and seeks views and evidence on whether the same requirements would work effectively in the private rented sector, or whether modifications are needed to achieve the best outcomes.
A Sector In Transition - TLIC Publishes Report on Regulation of Property Agents
The Letting Industry Council (TLIC) co-founded by Theresa Wallace and Kate Faulkner OBE comprises of lettings experts from across the industry, professional bodies, deposit schemes, service providers for both landlords and tenants, and representatives from large and small lettings agents. Government advisors also proactively attend the meetings enabling two-way feedback on current issues.
Members are united by their desire to help standards rise across lettings and this wide group represents the views of all parties in the PRS.
A Sector in Transition - Opportunities for Letting Agents and Property Managers
The Renters' Rights Act represents the biggest change to the private rented sector in a generation. Much of the commentary since implementation began has focused on landlords leaving the market, but it is important to look past the headlines and look at letting agents and property managers who can offer landlords the expertise, structure and reassurance the new rules demand.
Approaching Phase 2 - Renters’ Rights Act 2025
As the Autumn approaches, letting agents, landlords and most important of all, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) are preparing for the second phase of the Renters’ Rights Act. It is the Private Rented Sector Database - to be known as “Register Your Rental Property” which has created a stir since the Conservative government announced all landlords in England would be required to register their rental properties on a database.
Starting 1st September 2025., MHCLG will be starting a pilot of the database in Birmingham, Gateshead and Nottingham. The pilot will involve completing a 3-part registration process which includes providing personal details, property details and compliance information (e.g. Gas safety certificates). The data provided will be viewed by local council enforcement officers but won’t be used for enforcement purposes.