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Party leaders quiet on PRS at conferences

Housing supply rather than the private rented sector made the headlines during the Conservative and Labour Party conferences this year as the main parties committed only to the basics.

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Housing market update October 2023

The latest stats and analysis from the UK residential rental and sales markets

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Have your say on Scotland's next round of rent controls

The Scottish government has opened a consultation into its wide-ranging – and controversial – rental reform plans. How can letting agents

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Relief at last for undesignated client account holders?

The government will launch a consultation into anti-money laundering laws and banks’ treatment of undesignated client accounts, following sustained pressure from the lettings industry.

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English housing shortage worst in developed world, say builders

English houses are scarcer, older, more expensive and in worse condition, according to the Home Builders Federation.

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Next steps announced for Renters (Reform) Bill

The government has confirmed the second reading date for the Renters (Reform) Bill, paving the way for the biggest shakeup of private rented sector rules in decades.

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Days to go before Agents Giving winter appeal

From 1 November to 31 January, agents across the country can take part by collecting and donating winter clothing and toiletries for homeless people.

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Party conferences shed little light on PRS plans

Both the Conservative government and Labour opposition held their party conferences this month. What did they say about their plans for the private rented sector and housing in general?