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 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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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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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.
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.
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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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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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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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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The government’s Warm Homes announcements included support for home energy improvements and updated guidance for England’s locally delivered grant. Eligible privately rented homes can be included, subject to the scheme’s
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Making Tax Digital for Income Tax was due to begin for the first group of landlords on 6 April 2026. This March report explains the preparation discussed at the time.
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