In this Vlog, we look at the differences between housing law in England and Wales and discuss the new legislation coming to Wales on a date as yet unknown but probably within the next three … [Read more...]
Support and assistance for tenants in Wales
Wales is quite different in the support it offers to tenants so here is an article setting out main sources of help. Note that the system in Wales is more centralised than in England. Here are the … [Read more...]
You need to be licensed to serve a valid possession notice in Wales says new case
This post looks at the case of Jarvis v Evans [2020] EWCA Civ 854 and is written by Justin Bates, who appeared for the landlord. About licensing in Wales Part 1, Housing (Wales) Act 2014, creates a … [Read more...]
Tenant Fees in Wales: new rules for holding deposits
This post was first published on the Anthony Gold blog. The Welsh tenant fees ban came into force on 1 September 2019, applying to assured shorthold tenancies granted from that date onwards for … [Read more...]
New Laws on Tenant Fees in Wales
This post is by solicitor Robin Stewart of Anthony Gold and is reproduced by permission. The ban on tenant fees in Wales will come into effect on 1 September 2019. The commencement … [Read more...]
Calling all Welsh Landlords and Letting Agents – the day of Smart Renting approaches …
I have just received a very upbeat news bulletin from the Welsh Government. Obviously they are keen to get the news out that THEY take housing seriously. As opposed to the English Government who … [Read more...]