A review of the regulations in 2018 found that the existing regulations for the private sector had “a positive impact on the number of alarms installed” and suggested the regulations should be expanded to cover both the private and social rented sectors. The new regulations amend the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2015, to extend some of the rules currently in place, and ensure that they also apply to social housing providers.

From 1 October 2022, landlords and agents will need to revert to return of face-to-face checks (which will still be permitted where someone shows eligible identification as a UK and Irish citizen) or be signed up to one of the service providers certified by the UK Government as a digital identity service provider.

On 2nd September 2022, the Government announced the launch of their consultation on the introduction of a Decent Homes Standard in the Private Rented Sector. The Government welcomes views and feedback on the proposals and questions contained within the consultation.

A Fire Risk Assessment should be the cornerstone of your fire safety plans for your specific building. In this article we will break down the law and the facts surrounding fire safety in rented properties so you can be sure that you are up to code and keeping your tenants — and yourself — safe.

The Domestic Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES) Regulations set a minimum energy efficiency level for domestic private rented properties, but now new proposals look to move the bar for what those acceptable levels will be. With nothing yet confirmed, and timeframes looking pretty generous, there’s nothing to panic about. But it’s worth getting to grips with what might be coming early.

In the government’s continued commitment to encourage improvements within Private Sector Housing and support Local Authorities in conducting well targeted and effective enforcement that drives out rogue landlords, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has allocated up to £100,000 to explore the merits of a national landlord register.

A current guide to property licensing in England, updated for October 2026 to reflect the Renters' Rights Act 2025, the £40,000 civil penalty regime under s.249A of the Housing Act 2004, and the launch of the PRS Database in December 2026. Covers mandatory and additional HMO licensing, selective licensing, HMO Management Regulations, Article 4 directions, and the current enforcement environment.

If you’re a Landlord or involved in the housing industry, it won’t be long before you come across the initialism HHSRS. But what does it mean, and what exactly is the point of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System?

A practical guide to witness statements in housing enforcement, what they're for, when to write one, what to include, and how to avoid the common pitfalls. Essential reading for landlords facing civil penalties, RRO applications and HMO prosecutions post-RRA 2025.

If your Council has invited you to a PACE interview, you're under investigation for a criminal housing offence. A practical guide to your rights, the stakes, and what to do next ,updated for Renters' Rights Act 2025.

Elmbridge Borough Council have really dropped the ball on a significantly public case of Housing Association negligence, and yet it still seems that they aren’t holding their hands up to it.

Woking Borough Council are likely to scrap their attempt at implementing a Selective Licence Scheme in the Canalside ward, after significant shortfalls and failure to achieve its goals. Get our analysis of the details here.

Since the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 came into force in June 2020, all Landlords must have an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) for their properties. Here we delve into the details of what this means for Landlords.

Since its inception the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) has never been updated. Now, a two year research project is asking Landlords to help give them honest insight into how it works for them.

Reigate and Banstead Council are the next in a long line of councils avoiding taking responsibility for their shortcomings in another case of bunking housing legislation.