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The 2025 Apartment Adviser Awards – Incorporating the ERMAs – took place on 26 June 2025, at the stunning InterContinental Hotel Park Lane, where this year’s Triple A Rated winners were officially announced.

As the Renters’ Rights Bill continues its progress through the House of Lords, landlords should be preparing for a much tighter framework around possession. One of the most significant changes proposed is the reform of Section 8, the legal route for regaining possession where a specific reason applies.

While the block management industry has been sounding the alarm over property manager shortages, a quieter but equally disruptive crisis is unfolding in the background; an escalating shortage of skilled accounting professionals.

Two new developments are being welcomed by ELM Group as part of an agreement with Beechcroft Developments to provide estate management services.

Lesley Horton has been appointed as The Property Ombudsman and Andy Clachers as CEO of the organisation after interim spells in the roles.

Caxtons Property Consultants are pleased to announce the well-deserved promotions of two outstanding members in our Estate and Block Management team, Tony Martin and Natalie Peck.

A recent survey of ALEP members reveals widespread frustration over unfinished legislation and uncertainty.

New anti-money laundering (AML) rules came into effect this month, marking a significant change for landlords and the lettings industry as a whole. The new rules mean financial sanctions checks are now required for all lettings, regardless of how much rent is charged. 

A successful student mentorship scheme between Birmingham City University (BCU) and residential property developer Court Collaboration will be extended to a second year, following a successful pilot.  

An historic Wedgwood pottery manufacturing site with plans for more than 80 apartments is up for sale in Staffordshire with commercial property agency Bond Wolfe. 

Principle Estate Management has appointed an experienced senior manager to its London office, as the Birmingham-based company continues its growth across the UK.