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Did you know, filing your 21-22 tax return now could reduce your payment on account for July!  Payment on Account is due for many on…

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Renters Reform Bill – White Paper Published

Proposals have been announced in the ‘Fairer Private Rented Sector’ White Paper, published today (16 June 2022). The Renters Reform Bill will be introduced in…

Homes for Ukraine – Accessible Properties Required to Rent

Accountancy firm PKF Francis Clark is looking for properties in the South West region that are suitable for wheelchair users. The firm is a proud…

The Social Housing Regulation Bill set to be introduced to Parliament

Failing social housing landlords could face unlimited fines and Ofsted-style inspections, under the Social Housing Regulation Bill set to be introduced to Parliament. The move…

MEES – Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards – What’s Happening

In autumn 2020, the government began a consultation on tightening MEES rules. The proposals are currently just that, and no regulations have even been drafted…

Property Listings: Price on Application Deemed Unlawful

National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team (NTSELAT) and the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), have stated that the use of ‘POA’ or ‘price…

Government Boiler Upgrade Scheme Now Open

The UK Government Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) is accepting applications in England and Wales for grants for the installation of low carbon heating systems. Applications…

Electric Vehicle Charging Point Grants for Landlords

Landlords across the UK will be able to apply for 75% of the cost of charging points up to £350 where they own parking areas…

Renters Reform Bill Pushed Back and Rent Controls off the Table

Renters Reform Housing Minister Eddie Hughes was answering written questions to Parliament and indicated that the Renters Reform Bill that includes proposals to ban Section…

Court Possession Cases – Advocacy Service

Ashley Taylors Legal provide specialist services in landlord and tenant matters throughout the UK including the South West. They are also one of the leading…

Cost of Living Help Announced

Cost of Living Help Announced The UK Government has launched a new £15 billion package targeted at those most in need. As living costs continue…