In the final episode of the Move iQ Podcast’s sixth series, Phil Spencer is back talking to our CEO Nathan Emerson about what the Government is proposing for the future of the housing market such as the abolition of section21 and deposit passports. Nathan also gives an update on the different initiatives that we’re involved with and how we’re driving change for the greater good of the sector.
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What regulation means for the industry and the devolved governments of the UK
What’s been outlined in the recent government white paper for housing
The Scottish Government is consulting on the process for a Mental Health Moratorium designed to give people with severe mental health conditions respite from debt recovery action, including rent arrears. Propertymark supports the proposals with recommendations to ensure the scheme works effectively in practice and recognises the rights of landlords.
The Independent Working Group on Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) in Scotland has published its multi-sector review of ASB and recommended improved prevention, early intervention and victim support. Propertymark took part in the review, and we welcome many of the Group’s suggestions, however, we now call on the Scottish Government to complete a more targeted review of ASB in the housing sector.
The UK Government has committed to banning the sale of new flats on a leasehold basis and reforming the legal framework for commonhold, so it becomes the default and preferred tenure. It will also become easier for existing leaseholders to convert to commonhold, although the complexities of this may take longer to work out. Few agents in England and Wales have experience with commonhold, as less than 20 developments currently exist, so Propertymark has broken down some key parts of the proposals to help members understand the change.
The Welsh Government’s response to the Local Government and Housing Committee's report on the Private Rented Sector (PRS) demonstrates alignment with Propertymark on key areas, such as the importance of the sector, the need for better data, and support for landlords and tenants.