New figure leads Housing Ombudsman office … for now

16th July 2026

New figure leads Housing Ombudsman office … for now

The Housing Ombudsman, responsible for social housing regulation enforcement, is stepping down at the end of this month. A statement from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government says: “Richard Blakeway led the Ombudsman during a period of intense scrutiny on social housing. From leading the conversation around damp and mould...

Tenants’ rights top priority for new-look government 

15th July 2026

Tenants’ rights top priority for new-look government 

A statement from the new First Minister of Wales says he’s putting enhanced renters’ rights at...

Landlords given guidance over extreme weather risks

15th July 2026

Landlords given guidance over extreme weather risks

As Britain’s third heatwave of the summer continues, a string of lettings agency brands – all...

Section 21 disproportionately hit black households – claim

15th July 2026

Section 21 disproportionately hit black households – claim

Activists claim black households were twice as likely to face homelessness as a result of a...



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