The 2024 National Housing Forum Conference is set to take place on 22nd October at The Royal College of Physicians, London, and will gather housing professionals from across the UK to explore […]

The second reading of the Renters Reform Bill marks a significant turning point in the UK's housing landscape. The Bill, championed by Angela Rayner, Labour's Deputy Leader, seeks to transform the private rental sector, aiming to better protect tenants from unfair practices while balancing the needs of landlords. As the debate progresses, both sides of the housing equation—tenants and property managers—are preparing for its impact. At ResiSure, we see this as a moment of profound change, one that aligns with the values we uphold in improving housing conditions and promoting transparency in the rental market.

This week there have been a number of updates to damp and mould legislation and guidance that directly impact landlords across the PRS and social housing sectors, including new guidelines from the Property Ombudsman and the extension of Awaab’s Law to private rental properties. With 29% of UK properties having some form of damp or mould problem, the issue has long been at the forefront of property management challenges, and here at ResiSure we welcome these changes to improve the quality of housing across the UK. Here’s what you may have missed…

In a landmark shift for the housing sector, Awaab’s Law represents one of the most significant reforms in social housing in over a decade. This legislation emerged from a harrowing case that underscored the critical need for more stringent housing standards. For social housing providers, institutional investors, and property managers, understanding and ensuring compliance with Awaab’s Law is essential not only for legal compliance but also for maintaining the highest standards of tenant care so that such tragedies never happen again.