Recent studies reveal significant failures in the enforcement of laws against criminal landlords in the private rental sector, exposing vulnerable tenants to exploitation. The findings highlight the need for urgent reforms to enhance tenant protections and improve enforcement mechanisms.

Scottish rents are climbing as landlords exit the market, influenced by new rent control measures. This trend raises concerns about housing availability and affordability.

As regulatory pressures mount and market sentiment dwindles, landlords face difficult choices regarding their property portfolios. A contrarian perspective could provide clarity amidst the noise.

The departure of a prominent rent control advocate from the Labour Party to the Green Party signals a potential shift in housing policy that may impact landlords across the UK, particularly as calls for increased regulations and rent controls grow.