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Last day to issue an ASBI
From Monday 26th October 2026 there will be no more Antisocial Behaviour Injunctions (ASBIs) granted as changes to the 2014 Act* come...
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Extending Awaab’s Law beyond social housing: what landlords need to know
The Government has launched a consultation on extending Awaab’s Law to the private rented sector and certain forms of accommodation...
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My key takeaways from the ASCP conference day 1
It was great to attend day 1 of the ASCP conference last week with Elizabeth Massey. This was my first year, having only really come...
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Not the ‘Best’ update – a lost opportunity to change the law on Landlord access for safety and compliance checks?
With thanks to the Association of Safety and Compliance Professionals (ASCP) for first bringing this to our attention in their article...
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No more Magistrates’ Court warrants of entry for annual gas servicing
With special thanks to a client for bringing it to our attention, local authorities have received communication from the Justices'...
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ASB awareness week: Injunctions – disabilities and capacity
Antisocial Behaviour Injunctions, commonly known as ASBIs, are often used as an early legal step to manage antisocial behaviour (ASB)...
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Court of Appeal provides guidance on landlord errors in deposit prescribed information
Landlords granting assured tenancies are required to comply with tenancy deposit obligations under the Housing Act 2004 (the 2004 Act)....
Proposed law to abolish forfeiture of residential long leases
The Draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill was published in draft on 27 January 2026. Amongst other things, it seeks to abolish the...
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Shared Ownership after the Renters’ Rights Act 2025
A tiny part of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 has significantly changed the status of Shared Ownership Leases with implications for how...
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Housing disrepair claims farmers – government call for evidence
On 4 December 2025, the Government launched a call for evidence regarding housing disrepair claims in England. This initiative seeks...
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Renters Rights Act – guidance and fines for private landlords
The Government has produced further guidance for private landlords on the Renters Rights Act in readiness for the changes that come into...
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What can satisfy an ‘intention to return’?
It has long been established that when a tenant is not occupying their home but has an intention to return, they may retain their...
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