Unresolved damp and pests lead to changes at Onward Homes
A Housing Ombudsman case found that a family at an Onward Homes property lived with damp, mould, mites and other hazards for nearly two years. The social landlord introduced new
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England refreshes damp and mould guidance in April 2026
Government guidance on damp and mould in rented homes was refreshed on 1 April 2026. It covers social and private rented housing in England and explains why reports need prompt
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EV chargepoint grants: changes introduced on 1 April 2026
The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles changed its chargepoint grants from 1 April 2026. The changes included a higher residential landlord grant, scheme closures and a new application platform. This
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Housing Ombudsman report examines overlooked housing hazards
The Housing Ombudsman’s March 2026 report examined cases involving heating, water, pests, overheating and other hazards in social housing. It described delays, repeated surveys and problems that remained unresolved.
HMRC updates Making Tax Digital guidance ahead of April 2026
HMRC updated Making Tax Digital guidance shortly before the first group of landlords and sole traders joined in April 2026. The changes clarified the income test and the requirements for
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England and Wales: median repossession time reaches 27 weeks
Ministry of Justice figures for October–December 2025 showed fewer new landlord possession claims but a longer median time from claim to repossession. The median was 27 weeks, compared with 25
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England publishes Renters’ Rights information sheet and preview forms
The government published the Renters’ Rights Information Sheet and preview tenancy forms before England’s May 2026 reforms. This March report describes the documents and deadlines as they stood before commencement.
England publishes Renters’ Rights civil-penalty guidance
Government guidance published ahead of the May 2026 reforms explained the civil penalties English councils could use for breaches. It covered tenancy information, possession, rental discrimination and other housing-law offences.
England market-rent challenges: guidance published before May 2026
Updated government guidance explained how tenants could ask the property tribunal to decide the market rent after receiving a rent-increase notice. This March report concerns the earlier rules; the September
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ONS: private housebuilding output fell 6.3% in three months
Private new housing output in Great Britain fell 6.3% in the three months to January 2026, according to the ONS. It was the largest negative contributor to a 2% fall
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England announces 1 May 2026 start for tenancy reforms
The government announced 1 May 2026 as the start date for the first major phase of England’s Renters’ Rights reforms. This March report describes the timetable before the changes took
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Government proposes stronger construction-product safety rules
The government published a Construction Products Reform White Paper as part of its response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry. It proposed stronger safety requirements and oversight for products used in
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