Housing benefit costs hit all-time high

Landlords are already having issues regaining possession of their properties from problem tenants just months since the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act. The rental reforms, introduced in May, abolished no-fault evictions and landlords must now issue a section 8 notice with a valid reason to take possession. Research by lettings platform Goodlord, based on…

Thousands of new homes will be built around England’s train, tram and underground stations under new planning rules introduced on 17 August, helping families to live closer to work, schools and transport. The common-sense changes will fast-track quality homes in well-connected areas, making better use of underdeveloped land around stations while creating jobs, unlocking investment, driving growth and connecting communities. This builds…

Doubt has been cast about the future of digital identity after a parliamentary committee published a highly critical report on the Government’s plans. It has prompted warnings from cross-industry group MyIdentity that companies should suspend further investment in digital identity systems until confidence is restored in the Government’s approach. Plans for mandatory digital ID doomed…

Some 150,000 homes across England and Wales would be caught up in Rachel Reeves’ proposed Mansion Tax, according to Tom Bill (pictured), Head of UK Residential Research at Knight Frank. The estate agency’s analysis shows that the annual 1% levy on property values above £2 million would overwhelmingly hit London and the South East, reviving…

More than 50 property professionals took part in the inaugural Propertymark One Fun Run, raising more than £2,000 for The Propertymark Trust. Held before the start of the annual conference, participants gathered in the early morning to complete a 5km course. The event attracted runners of all abilities, from experienced athletes to walkers, with the…

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