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The Draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill starts its legislative journey

The government announced the introduction of the draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill in January 2026. This Bill proposes several reforms to the current flat ownership system, including...

10 things all tenants need to know when renting now

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 27th October 2025 and will introduce major reforms to private renting in England. The first raft of measures affecting tenants will come into force on 1st May this year. So, whether you currently have a tenancy agreement or are planning to rent this year, here are ten key things you need to know.

Property compliance experts urge landlords not to ignore major tenancy changes under Renters’ Rights Act

Beresfords property group highlights key actions landlords must take as new tenancy rules, enforcement powers and energy standards approach.  UK landlords are being warned not to overlook major changes to tenancy agreements and compliance requirements, as the Government moves closer to implementing the Renters’ Rights Act 2025. 

The Precise Network, Built in the West Midlands, Expands into Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

The Precise network, established in the West Midlands through Precise Chartered Surveyors and later expanded by Precise Commercial Surveyors, is now extending its regional footprint into Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds with the launch of Precise Larkstoke Surveyors, led by Tim Hurdiss. 

The Importance of Compartmentation and Fire Stopping in Blocks of Flats

According to a House of Commons Research Briefing (CBP-9770, published May 2024), there were 26,823 fires within dwellings in the year leading up to March 2023. This includes fires in single-family homes, purpose-built blocks of flats, converted blocks, and Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). Of these, 9,387 fires occurred in purpose-built blocks, converted flats, and HMOs. While only 6% (564 incidents) spread beyond the flat to the floor on which they started, and 2% (188 incidents) extended beyond the

Worst areas for landlord eviction waiting times

The latest research industry insight from LegalforLandlords has highlighted where the longest and shortest wait times are when it comes to court hearing dates for landlords who are trying to repossess their properties, with the most overstretched courts found in the likes of Birmingham, Croydon, and Slough. 

Principle appoints Patrick Ward as Property Director

Principle, the leading property management company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick Ward as its newest Property Director.

Nirvana Group announced as ARL Gold Corporate Partner and Facilities Management Partner for 2026

The Association for Rental Living (ARL) – the membership body for all institutionally backed, professionally managed purpose-built rental living sectors – has announced Nirvana as a Gold Partner and Facilities Management Partner of the organisation for 2026. 

PLATFORM_ Completes Landmark Cultural Residency with The Jam Jar in Bristol, Setting a New Standard for Meanwhile Use

PLATFORM_, the leading Build to Rent developer and operator, has concluded a spectacular five-month cultural residency at its newly acquired Bristol site, located on the historic former Crown Sawmills within the wider Frome Gateway Regeneration area. Partnering with local Bristol legends The Jam Jar, PLATFORM_ utilised the period prior to construction to host a series of large-scale events, proving that property development can contribute social and cultural value to a city long before construction starts.

PMR Expands Living Sector Team with Appointment of Johan Keutcha

Property Management Recruitment has appointed Johan Keutcha to strengthen its specialist offering across the Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) and Build to Rent (BTR) sectors.

Performance, efficiency, protection: UK follows leading nations in developing heat networks

Operators of communal heat networks now have the opportunity to transform how residential communities are heated - adopting modern technologies and aligning with standards already established in leading countries - underpinned by new UK regulation to ensure fair and accurate billing for residents

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