An overwhelming majority of letting agents believe the Government is failing to understand the pressures facing the private rented sector and wider housing market.

The Department for Levelling Up has confirmed that the new rules which will see council tax doubled on long-term empty properties will come into force from the 1st of April this year.

While 11% of developers, investors, and landlords are excited to pursue commercial properties to EPC retrofit this year – the investment needed is still a major concern,...

A dedicated court would simplify housing-related issues, says industry body.

Christopher Cooper, Partner in Carter Jonas’ London office looks at the proposed changes to the Community Infrastructure Levy.

Following a BBC report that claimed the government is rowing back on its promise to keep DFG funding in line with inflation, the NRLA has warned ministers not to backtrack on their...

Sarah Cox, Partner at Carter Jonas, looks at the government's proposed housing plans for Leeds and explains why a clear infrastructure plan is key to achieving their success.

Ritchie Clapson CEng MIStructE, co-founder of propertyCEO, looks at government housing targets, where they get 300'000 from, and how many homes we are actually building.

Government subsidies totalling more than £70bn are expected to be paid out to private landlords via housing support over the next five years, the New Economics Foundation has...

David Norman, founder of property development finance lender, Davon looks at the latest government attempt to streamline the planning system.